December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention month, an important opportunity to alert parents to new research that shows that teens are just as likely to drive under the influence of marijuana as alcohol.

One of the most anticipated milestones in a teen’s life is obtaining a driver’s license. But with added freedom comes added challenges for parents. Young drivers are already at risk for car crashes due to the combination of driving inexperience and distractions, such as having additional passengers in the car, eating, and talking and texting on cell phones. In fact, traffic crashes are the leading cause of death for 15- to 20-year-olds. And drug and alcohol use compound teens’ crash risks.

Talk to your teen about the dangers of drugged, drunk, and distracted driving.  

Has your teen earned the keys to the car?

Rate yourself (and the teen driver in your family) on the risks associated with marijuana use and driving.

1. Have you talked with your teen about the risks of riding with someone who is driving high?

Take action to keep your teens safe with these simple steps:

Teens’ driving habits under scrutiny

Parents and state officials seek to reduce motor vehicle tragedies involving young and inexperienced drivers.

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Cell phones. If your teen has a cell phone, you can set ground rules for when, where, and how often to use it.

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