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Helping you child avoid the dangers of drug abuse is a most challenging task for many parents. Some believe that you must check your children starting on their pre-teens until they reach college. The truth is preparing your child against the temptation of peer pressure and drug abuse should start when he or she is still in his or her pre-school years. Here are simple ways you can start leading your child to the right direction.

Allow your child to make small decisions. Let him choose what to wear or which little bag to use. This will enhance his decision-making skills.

Introduce him to healthy activities and healthy choices. Let him play around and remind him how healthy activities help improve the mind and body.

Allow your child to make mistakes and use these opportunities to help him understand the realities of life. Teach him the value of endurance, patience and determination.

Explain to your child how important it is to take care of one’s self. Do not simply force him to eat vegetables just because you say so. Make him choose between fresh orange juice and milk. Although both are good options, this will still provide him an opportunity to make healthy choices.

While fairy tales may sometimes be helpful, always make sure your child is fully aware of the differences between real life and what he sees on television, especially if violence is involved. Be with him when he watches TV shows and be ready to explain certain scenes that may be misinterpreted by a child.