Some parents and guardians might find it difficult talking with their college-bound young adults about alcohol use and the academic and personal consequences of underage drinking by university students. Increasing engagement of parents and families reduces the misuses and abuse of substances among college students.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse & Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers materials to educate and empower the parents and guardians to discuss the issue of college drinking and prevent underage drinking and binge drinking among university students.
Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) published a brochure to “provide parents with information they need to talk with their college-bound young adults about alcohol use consequences.