 Regular family dinners are also linked to lowering the risks of a host of teenage behaviors parents fear like suicide, smoking, binge drinking, marijuana use, violence, school problems, eating disorders, and sexual activity. Mealtimes provide a chance for family members to catch up on events of the day, provide support, discuss news, tell stories, solve problems, have fun, and plan. This Kids Count Minute is a message from the Indiana Youth Institute. For more parent tips,