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Car wrecks are the number one killer of teenagers, and with most, alcohol is not involved. It’s the dangerous and thoughtless behavior teenagers engage in. The majority of teen accidents are caused by distractions like, other rowdy kids in the car, cellphones, texting, loud music and racing. Most kids know not to drink in the car but few parents remember to remind the kids not to take part in other life threatening behavior. In many cases many parents aren’t even aware that this is the conversation they should be having with their teenagers.
Sixteen teenagers die in car accidents every day and thousands more are injured. Drive with your child and go over all the inappropriate driving practices that you will not tolerate. Explain the rules and let the child know you will enforce them. Parents need to provide much supervised monitoring before the kid gets his license. It is scary enough to hand over the car keys to your teenager, but setting the rules and enforcing them can go a long way in keeping your teenager safe. Let your child know there will be consequences and follow through. Don’t be afraid to take the keys away from a misbehaving child.
Here are some good rules for the road:
No friends in the car without an adult present.
No driving after 10 P.M.
No distractions, such as changing a CD, eating, using a cell phone or texting, or putting on makeup.
Must wear a seat belt at all time.
Obey all traffic signals and laws.
And no alcohol or drugs.
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November 05, 2011
Great advice. Enjoy driving with safety.
November 05, 2011
Taking the keys away can save a child’s life.
November 05, 2011
Take away the keys if they are irresponsible.
November 05, 2011
Excellent post, Ruby. This is a must read for all parents with teenagers.
November 05, 2011
Thank you. Very good advice and well written.
November 05, 2011
The rules should be stuck somewhere in the vehicle.
November 05, 2011
nice tips. but it’s very difficult to keep teenagers disciplined. they’ve there own way of looking into things. however, they need to be kept under guidance.
November 05, 2011
I like it.
November 05, 2011
This brings back memories of when my sons were teenagers. I can remember a couple of unbelievable incidents they had in their cars. Fortunately luck was shining on them both. A useful reminder to parents.
November 05, 2011
Good tips for teens safety when driving.
November 05, 2011
good tips for the safety of teens when driving.
November 05, 2011
thanks nice advice
November 05, 2011
Interesting post
November 05, 2011
It is very hard to convince a teenager that they are not in full control. lol But it is very important to keep trying.
November 05, 2011
Excellent advice. Just glad I don’t have teens any more.
November 05, 2011
nice write up thanks
November 05, 2011
We see so many teenage deaths. You are absolutely right.
November 05, 2011
very nice article
November 05, 2011
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