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Behind the Wheel
SPRING 2018
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“The best thing to do is establish a
contract with your teen,”Wojtczak says.
“Remind them that driving is a privilege
that can be taken away from them by you
(if they’re under the age of 18) and by
the state.
“Driving under the influence is
illegal, irresponsible and dangerous
behavior. It’s important that parents are
very clear about the rules, and are ready
and willing to enforce the rules when
their child breaks them.”
Wojtczak also says using tools,
such as tracking technology and drug
testing, to combat dangerous driving is
imperative.
“Be the parent. It doesn’t matter that
your child doesn’t want a tracking device
in their vehicle or on their phone; they’re
too young to make those decisions.
It’s our responsibility as their parents
to ensure we’ve done everything in our
power to keep them safe and alive,” she
explains. “Also, drug testing is not out
of the realm of possibility. Again, this is
about keeping your child safe, and even if
they’re unhappy with you now, they will
thank you when they become adults and
parents.”
