The Parenting Paradox of Moderate Drinking The complexities of parenting are a never ending puzzle, one that's been confounded for many by the rise of moderate drinking as a socially acceptable behavior.
A recent exchange in Slate's Care and Feeding column highlights this dilemma: a parent struggles to respond to their 14 year old son's negative views on alcohol without appearing hypocritical.
The son had expressed disdain for drinking at an outdoor music festival, prompting his mother to wonder how to address the issue.