Thursday, December 22, 2011

Health Officials Warn of Increased Teen Drinking at Christmas


A warning to parents about the pitfalls of teen drinking.

Thunder Bay's Drug Strategy Co-ordinator Patty Hajdu says the Christmas season often leads to high school parties.

Hajdu says for many teens it's about getting drunk as quickly as possible.

Hajdu is asking parents to pay close attention to their kids and know what's going on in their social circle.