Alcoholism in teenagers

It is common to feel attracted of consume alcohol when you are young especially at parties, bars, etc. Some people the alcohol makes them feel bigger or mature; others do it to fit in a group of friends and another one just like it. This is normal. At the stage of adolescence young people are looking to do things that they didn’t do as a child to feel that they are growing and  becoming more independent in decision-making, however this age are still not aware of the consequences that alcohol can you caused.

There are many products containing alcohol available for young people, a fairly accessible and not punishable by law, unless it is drunk in the street price.

It is important to emphasize that adolescence is a vulnerable stage addictions as the harmful effects of any toxic are more damaging in an organism under development.

The alcohol is the most frequently drug used by teenagers in the world.
Significant statistics regarding alcohol use in teens include that about half of junior and senior drink alcohol on a monthly basis and 14% of teens have been intoxicated at least once in the past year. Nearly 8% of teens who drink say: they drink at least five or more alcoholic drinks in a row.

 What are the symptoms of alcohol abuse in teens?

Some of the most common symptoms of alcohol abuse in teenagers include lying, making excuses, breaking curfew, staying in their room, becoming verbally or physically abusive toward others, having items in their possession that are connected to alcohol use, the smell of alcohol on their breath or body, mood swings, stealing, and changes in friends.

What are the dangerous effects of alcohol use in teens?
Just a few of the many dangers of alcohol use in teens include the following:

• Alcohol decreases teens' ability to pay attention.
• Teens who have experienced alcohol withdrawal tend to have difficulties with memory.
• The teenage brain that has been exposed to alcohol is at risk for being smaller in certain parts.
• Each year, almost 2,000 people under the age of 21 die in car crashes in which underage drinking is involved. Alcohol is involved in nearly half of all violent deaths involving youth.
• Intoxication is associated with suicide attempts using more lethal methods, and positive blood alcohol levels are often found in people who complete suicide.
• Teens who drink are more likely to engage in sexual activity, have unprotected sex, have sex with a stranger, or be the victim or perpetrator of a sexual assault.
• Excess alcohol use can cause or mask other emotional problems, like anxiety or depression.
• Drinking in excess can lead to the use of other drugs, like marijuana, cocaine, or heroin. 

Here you have a lot of consequences of drinking alcohol, so you decide if you continue drinking a lot or stop drinking. You can have fun without alcohol because you only need friends and attitude to enjoy life.