TIPS TO RAISING HEALTHY CHILDREN
* Be
a role model
* Know
your child's friends
* Know
the parents too!
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Teach your child to have
fun. Plan and carry out family activities.
Do fun things together.
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Talk about alcohol and other drugs
and let your children know where you stand by your words and by your actions.
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Don't be afraid to get help
from family, friends, school and community.
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Listen to your child
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Allow your child to express
their feelings. Don't feel you have to react
to everything - - Let them vent.
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Let your child Know you care
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Pay attention to the shows
they watch, the music they listen to and the books they read.
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Help your child to learn from
mistakes they make and follow through with consequences
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Pick your battles well
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Encourage your child to STOP
& THINK