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    Articles tagged with under 18s

    Some well-known parents on their first experience with alcohol and why it’s different for kids these days.

    DrinkWise partnered with the Mamamia Women’s Network to talk to parents and media personalities about their experiences with alcohol when…

    Don’t turn into a foolie this Schoolies.

    Schoolies. It’s a little word for a big week. It’s the holiday Year 12s all over Australia have been waiting for. But above all, it’s the chance to celebrate the end of school…finally. Hold up. Before you race out there, make sure you’re prepared. Not knowing the risks or what to do in an emergency can turn things ugly, fast.

    Alcohol on the flip side. Know the risks.

    Alcohol. It affects everyone differently. So how you react may be completely different to your friends. Sometimes these effects are only temporary, however excessive drinking can lead to some pretty scary short-term and long-term consequences. So it’s important to know the risks.

    The truth about kids who drink

    Under 18? Hang on. Before you grab that drink think about what you’re really doing. It’s not just about the law it’s about your body too. Drinking alcohol can be risky for growing bodies and brains. So is it worth it?

    Mind-changing: how alcohol affects your brain

    Right now is a pretty important time for your brain. In fact, it’s shaping itself at this very minute. That’s why it’s crucial that you don’t drink to give your brain a chance to fully develop.

    Behind the wheel: the dangers of drink driving

    For most of us, turning 18 means getting your license – which is pretty sweet. Getting behind the wheel after a having a few though – isn’t.

    Walking on the edge – the risks of binge drinking.

    Binge drinking. Know people that do it? But do they know the risks?