This is one of the most high-risk times of the year for young people as they approach both prom and graduation. Unfortunately, the perception that it is a rite of passage and even expected for young people to drink and that adults provide alcohol to them is a very dangerous proposition.

Repeat offenders are the most dangerous drunks on the road.

If there are no organized activities in the area, then private parties are where the kids will congregate. Some adults think they are being safe by just taking up car keys, but binge drinking that leads to alcohol poisoning is another risky proposition. Adults need to understand alcohol is a drug.