According to the 2025 Maine Integrated Youth Health Survey, 27.5% of Maine High School students reported having more than a few sips of alcohol before age 13.

Alcohol is legal for people ages 21+. Preventing alcohol use early on and educating youth on the effects of alcohol use drinking impacts youth health. Be part of the conversation.

“Talk. They Hear You.” is SAMHSA’s national youth substance use prevention campaign designed to help parents, caregivers, educators, and community members be informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other substance use.

Parent and Caregivers click “Learn more” below for resources to help you start – and continue – the conversation about the risks of drinking alcohol at a young age.