How much alcohol for a 15 year old?

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If your 15 year old was going to a party (supervised by parents at the house) how much alcohol would you allow them to take with them?

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"at what age is it safe for a child to drink alcohol in moderation"
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Or my child would not drink at 15 in another person's care

It's illegal and unsafe.

It's absolutely not illegal. I don't know where you got that from (they're not ordering at the bar in a pub here!)
Your choice for your child, no problem

I eat whatever is halal.

Driving a car and riding a bike actually have a purpose, to get you from A to B. Alcohol damages you and just makes you "feel good"

It’s not illegal for a 15 year old to drink in a private premises.
The law on alcohol for under 18s applies to public premises.

Is that journey necessary (car or bike)? Or is it recreational transport? For enjoyment?
I actually enjoy many types of alcoholic drink. Don't you?

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OP, mumnets is batshit crazy most of the time… this thread proves that! I’d rather my dc be brought up with a healthy outlook on alcohol, most people drink it. Most teenagers certainly do. I’d rather know about it than them sneak being my back… at least then I can keep them safe.

Back to original question… 4 pack of cider seems sufficient.

Teenage drinking (or at least binge drinking) seems to vary a lot by country. Unfortunately the UK isn’t included in the link below but it’s interesting all the same.
https://www.euronews.com/health/2024/02/17/binge-drinking-rate-in-adolescents-is-double-that-of-adults-in-europe-its-worse-in-these-c

I think 15 is far too young to be okaying alcohol consumption at parties. I’m not in the UK though.

Well I was buying a litre of vodka from the off licence at that age so ......
I'd say a few cans of cider or pre mix cocktails. However my just turned 16 year old has a few friends coming round and ive asked him if he wants me to buy another bottle of rum as the one he likes is almost empty so I'm probably not the best person to give my opinion as I'm buying spirits for mine 😂
If parents are there I dont see the issue. I've always let my kids drink at home so they've tried it in a safe environment rather than going out and doing it anyway. None of them have ever drunk very much as once they start to feel a bit tipsy they stop and I feel happy that they will be sensible drinkers when at parties etc.
All these people saying nothing have shocked me but then I'm a pretty chilled parent as long as they talk to me and tell me what theyre doing (which they always do as they know I'm chilled about things, I wonder what all these kids get up.to behind their parents back because they're scared of them!)

The source you quoted supports what I'm saying and reflects the research: 'The safest option for young people is an alcohol-free childhood'. Childhood ends at the 18th birthday.

It also says they should wait until at least fifteen - that's the earliest and is clearly not recommended.

The piece you've quoted supports all I've said - it's healthiest not to drink because all alcohol is harmful.

It absolutely is illegal to buy a child alcohol.

https://www.gov.uk/alcohol-young-people-law

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Here’s a sobering read for you
www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/north-east-news/north-tyneside-mum-alcohol-prices-20704454.amp

Edited to add: posted two similar things in error, apologies!

The piece you've quoted says it is better not to drink alcohol at all.

The piece doesn't say harm is 'insignificant' - that's your personal view. Harm will vary person to person.

The piece doesn't say it is healthy to start drinking alcohol at 15 - because it isn't.

Kids aren’t scared of me 😂

They just don’t go partying yet (mid-teens) and if they were I wouldn’t be buying them alcohol. I wouldn’t let underage teens have it at a party at my house either,

Seriously, you're being rediculous. Sugar is harmful, butter is harmful. Etc etc
Much of the danger from alcohol is from change in behaviour, and misjudgement of situations, not the direct medical implication.
Like the article says, at 15 in moderation, the harm implication is minimal. As is life in general.
If you cut out everything that has an element of health impact from its participation, you're being rediculous. Be realistic about our kids, ams help them along the road instead of trying to wrap them in cotton wool. BTW, the age is 18 is set because they have free choice at that age (and it's the law for purchasing), not because they're suddenly immune from alcohol effects!

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well different AI say the below

🧠 Health Risks

1. Brain development: The brain is still developing, especially the parts controlling decision-making and impulse control. Alcohol can interfere with this growth.
2. Increased risk of addiction: Starting young increases the chance of developing alcohol dependence later in life.
3. Poor judgment: Alcohol impairs decision-making, making teens more vulnerable to accidents, risky behavior, or unsafe situations.
4. Mental health: Early alcohol use is linked to depression, anxiety, and poor academic performance.

Comparing alcohol, which is a drug, to butter is what is ridiculous.

15 is three years earlier than 18 - a big difference in terms of brain development. But yes, obviously better not to drink as an adult either.

So what if it's for recreation? You go from A to B? Bikes actually are good for exercise. I don't drink alcohol at all. It's banned in my religion and for good reason. It's a poison. Look at how much damage and destruction is caused by drinking. Better just to go without. If you like the taste, try and alcohol free or low alcohol alternative.

I understand not everyone is religious. But I wouldn't recommend introducing it at an early age. The US has the 21 thing for a reason.

Alcohol is legally allowed to be given in a private setting such as one's home to children as young as 5.
Doesn't make it right, or safe, but it is not illegal.

I'm done playing ping ping with your stubborn "Mr Perfect" simplistic approach to life. I'm also bored of picking at words instead of the context.