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Risky Behaviours

Teenage girl smokingTeenagers will often be curious about taking risks and some may place themselves in unsafe situations. From trying alcohol or dabbling with drugs to running away from home or acting violently, it's important to talk about risks with your teenage to enable them to make safe decisions.

This section looks at risky behaviours closely and suggests ways that you might be able to help your teenager keep safe...

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Talk to other parents about gangs, violence, smoking, law-breaking and other risky behaviours84485by jacks23 on 27 August 2010, 08:52
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