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Is drinking and driving still a problem for teenagers?

I’m the parent of a teenager and I’m really scared for them to start driving. I’m mostly worried about drunk driving. Is drinking and driving still a problem for teenagers?

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Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sadly, teenagers drinking and driving is still a problem.
Here are some statistics about drinking and driving for teenagers from 2019 to share with your child:
  • Almost 2,400 teens in the U.S. aged 13 to 19 were killed in drunk driving accidents
  • 258,000 teens were sent to emergency rooms for injuries
  • About seven teens die every day from drinking and driving
Those statistically most at risk are:
  • Males aged 16 to 19
  • Teens who just got their driver’s license
  • Teens driving with teen passengers
Here are some tips that parents can use:
  • Explain the consequences of drinking and driving
  • Help your teen deal with peer pressure
  • Set a good example
  • Explain the drinking and driving laws in your state
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