Absolutely you should be worried. First of all it is illegal for a thirteen year old to consume alcohol. Second of all it is dangerous for a teenager to be drinking. Consuming alcohol at a young age can lead to smoking cigarettes and experimenting with drugs. You should confront your child now about drinking and if it continues talk to the school counselor and other parents of his friends. If that does not work, family therapy would be recommended.
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