Many methods and funding by our government has been tried. What has found to be the most effective in the country is PARENTS. When the family has open and effective communication about Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs (ATOL), kids can make good decisions. As parents it is paramount that we demonstrate the best example possible. The best example is total abstinence. Many adults aren’t willing to example total abstinence. In that case we must find a level that we are wiling to comply with, realizing the effect and outcome we may have on our children, our most treasured responsibility.