As a parent, you are the most influential person in your child's life. Building a close relationship with your children will encourage them to come to you for help in making decisions that impact their health and well-being. This section also offers fun ways to interact with your children. You have so much to offer, and your time and attention can make the difference!

One way to help your child make healthy choices is to involve him or her in writing a family contract. View and print a sample contract (PDF) that focuses on underage alcohol use. Discuss the contract with your family and make needed additions or changes. Or, you can use this as a template to involve your child in writing a unique family contract that outlines rules and expectations for any type of behavior.