Yes they are immature, which is why the overwhelming vast majority of them will succumb to peer pressure and try to drink behind their parents' backs in a risky, less than optimal environment for a first time drinking experience. Yes, even if, and I dare say (from my experiences), ESPECIALLY if, they are taught abstinence.

Parents always think that THEIR kid won't do that. Well, guess what? My friends and I fooled all of our parents and most of them STILL don't have a clue what we got into in high school.

....And we were the "good kids" that graduated top of the class and were held to MUCH higher standards than some others our age.

Like I said we fooled everyone and it is just sheer luck and grace that we were never badly hurt or killed in some of our "adventures in alcohol".

Teach them how to do it responsibly at home and you will know they are safe.

Respectfully,
Doc