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    Parent-Teen Alcohol Agreement: A Worksheet for Setting Expectations Together

    Why use this worksheet?

    Families are more successful when expectations are discussed openly rather than assumed. This worksheet is designed to help parents and children talk about alcohol, safety, trust, and decision-making before a problem occurs.

    The goal is not to create rules for one another. The goal is to create a shared understanding of what matters to your family and how you’ll support each other.

     

    Step 1: What Matters Most to Our Family?

    Together, check the values that are most important to your family.

    Step 2: Let’s Talk About Alcohol

    Take turns answering the questions below.

    Parent/Caregiver

    Child/Teen/Young Adult

    Step 3: What Expectations Make Sense for Our Family?

    Discuss each statement and check those you both agree to.

    We Agree That:

    Step 4: Our Safety Plan

    If alcohol is present or a situation feels unsafe, what should happen?

    I can contact:

    Best way to reach them:

    We Agree That:

    Step 5: Building Trust

    Parent/Caregiver

    Child/Teen/Young Adult

    When Trust Is Broken

    We agree that rebuilding trust may involve:

    Our Family Agreement

    We understand that this worksheet is not a contract. It is a conversation tool to help us communicate, stay safe, and support one another.

    Conversation Tip

    You don’t have to agree on everything to have a productive conversation. The goal is to understand each other’s perspectives, create clear expectations, and keep communication open.

    Need more guidance?

    Visit the Alcohol Resource Center for trusted information, practical tools, and support to help you navigate alcohol-related concerns with confidence.