Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) CT and the Westport Prevention Coalition present a program that empowers parents of middle school and high school students to have ongoing, intentional conversations about the dangers and consequences of underage drinking.
For more than 20 years, hundreds of high quality clinical studies in the United States and Europe have shown that the earlier in life young people drink, the more frequent and severe the problems they face in the short and long term. It is important to realize that no matter how mature young people act they are not simply small versions of adults. Young peoples’ brains are still in a critical period of development well into their 20’s. As a parent, you have power to equip your child to make smarter, safer choices and to help prevent tragedies.
The event was video taped so you may watch it here.
Nicole Wichowski is the Youth Program Manager at Mothers Against Drunk Driving. Nicole has a background in social work and has been with MADD for 3 years, educating teens, parent, and community members on the dangers of underage drinking and marijuana use.
Margaret Watt is the Prevention Director at Positive Directions-The Center for Prevention & Counseling, a Westport-based nonprofit behavioral health agency. Kevin Godburn is the Youth Services Director for the Town of Westport. He also oversees Toquet Hall and the Juvenile Review Board. Together, Margaret & Kevin co-chair the Westport Prevention Coalition, which brings together community members and agencies to prevent substance misuse across the lifespan.
