Find out what teens are really doing on spring break--and how to
make sure your teen knows that what happens on spring break does *not*
always stay on spring break.
| Yesterday, you saw our alarming footage of spring break drinking and drug use. Unfortunately, teens on spring break are also engaging in risky sexual behavior, and in some cases even being attacked or raped.
Why are teens putting themselves in dangerous situations? Pediatrician and Mom•Logic contributor Dr. Cara Natterson says their brains are to blame. |
Because their brains aren't fully developed yet, says Dr. Cara, "teens just don't have the chemical ability to think consequentially." But you can still influence their decisions if you have ongoing, thoughtful conversations with them. For tips on what to say, download our discussion guide: HTML or PDF.
| Did you or your child go on spring break this year? Take our Spring Break Survey. | |
| Survey for teens | Survey for parents |
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