Did you know that 80% of Kenyan children aged 10-14 years have already used alcohol? It even goes lower to 8 years in certain areas. Now alcohol is known to impair or regress brain development in children and young adults below the age of 25. Even so, it is the most used and abused drug among young people. Who then become more exposed to the ill effects of alcohol consumption. So how does alcohol use affect young people? What can we do to keep our youth safe? Are there some life skills that can help our children avoid the trap of alcohol? What is the role of parents and mature adults in preventing alcohol abuse among young people? What are the key things one needs to remember regarding alcohol and young people? We answer these and more questions with the help of child Therapist Brenda, addiction counselor Phyllis, and myself Christine