So Much Beer In Social Situations

One of the main reasons why young teenagers drink is because of peer pressure. Some teens believe that all teenagers drink therefore they start drinking. Also some of their friends might drink and then they think that they have to drink to fit in. Teens are also influenced by parents. If their parents drink a lot they are more likely to drink

Recent research shows that there has been an increased incline on adolescents being peer pressured into partaking in underage drinking activities. Though, peers might have a strong influence, parents have just as much of an influence on this matter as well. There are laws set in place to protect all adolescents from the dangers that can occur while drinking, yet, there are many that still don’t understand why. As a society, we have a duty to educate adolescents in this concern so they can grow to make smart choices and help eliminate this major public health concern. Educating them now will help them understand the dangers and consequences of underage drinking so their future is not at risk.

One risk factor of binge drinking is the alcohol use of peers, and being peer pressured into consuming high amounts of alcohol. As claimed by DrinkWise (2017), peer pressure can lead individuals, especially teenagers to do things that they usually wouldn’t do, and stop them from doing something they would want to do. Peer pressure can confront the individual’s views and morals of what is right and wrong. This is significantly evident in the youth when alcohol is involved, which is due to young people wanting to have a sense of belonging, and wanting to be liked and accepted by their peers. Therefore falling into the pressure of binge drinking in order to fit in with the people around themselves that like to binge

Drinking is something done universally. It can be done socially or obsessively. Even though the Minimum Legal Drinking Age (MLDA ) in the U.S. is 21 and it has been that way since 1984 young adults still continue to drink. They know it is illegal and they know that they could get arrested, the thing is they also know that in other countries the MLDA is lower, it could be anywhere from 19 to 16. This can be hard for young people to wrap their heads around. The fact that they can vote and go fight in wars yet it is illegal for them to get a beer with friends. All of these things aside it is still unhealthy and potentially unsafe.

Few explanations behind high schoolers drinking are: companion weight, pleasure, and so on. In any case, the principle explanation behind doing as such is "violating the law." 87% of secondary school seniors have utilized liquor. That implies that a huge amount of youngsters less than seventeen years old to eighteen have utilized liquor some time recently. We as a whole know why adolescents drink, I mean is regular since. Simply the vibe that they get of violating the law is colossal. Being revolt and not taking after the guidelines is an imperative part of a youngster's life. Outcomes are the one that change them, yet we don't need them to encounter the results of being affected by liquor since we know them and they are deadly. Kicking the bucket in a fender bender and executing others is a wreck that we would prefer not to clean.

Those opposed to these views argue that developmental studies generally pinpoint peer pressure to pre and early adolescents, thus older children are not subject to this pressure, and this is not a cause of underage drinking. However, peer pressure is not the issue. These children are not forced into drinking by their peers. They simply correlate drinking with acceptance, thus they drink to be accepted. Many experts view drinking as a natural occurrence for children, they state, "They [children] are simply testing their limits" (Benenson 36). If this is how our children view alcohol, they are viewing it in all the wrong ways. We must help them understand that alcohol will not help them 'fit in,' it will only hurt them much sooner than later.

Samantha, who use to be a teenage alcoholic, states “When I was 13, friends would make fun of me if I didn’t have a drink. I just gave in because it was easier to join the crowd” (The Truth about Alcohol). Millions of teenagers drink because they don’t want to be considered a “loser” or be made fun of for not drinking. Samantha said they think it's easier to drink and follow the crowd then do what they know is right. This is peer pressure, their peers make them feel bad about not choosing to drink, eventually forcing them to drink. Underage people are bullied everyday until they have a drink. As a teenager they are still trying to figure out who they are, they're trying so hard to fit in. Teens just want to be liked by whoever, that's what makes it so hard for them to say “no”. Even when they say “no” they tend to get laughed at or even humiliated, they may be rejected by the people who they want to be friends with, and they get bullied. Even saying “no” to alcohol doesn’t seem like such a good idea to a teen when they know what the consequences could be (10 reasons teens abuse alcohol or drugs). Influence by other people is another big reason that teens drink. Teens think that alcohol makes it easier for them to socialize. Teens drink because of who their friends are, if their friends drink or party then they’re more likely to drink

The people in this age range are the ones who tend to develop the abusive tendencies with alcohol due to the sheer fact of not being able to obtain it legally. College drinking and drinking among some youth populations is becoming more and more common in today’s society. When you prohibit drinking legally, it pushes it into places that are uncontrolled, like fraternity houses for example. These are places that promote drinking games and excessive, rapid consumption of alcohol, which puts people in danger of getting alcohol poisoning, and that can be fatal (Ogilvie, 2011). “Drinking greases the social wheels, and college life for many is saturated with popular drinking games that no doubt seems brilliant to the late-adolescent: Beerchesi, Beergammon, BeerSoftball, coin games like Psycho, Quarters, and BeerBattleship, and card and dice games linked to beer.” (Main, 2009). People within the 16-20 age range are being forced to drink in unsafe places and are at a greater risk of drinking irresponsibly because of the 21 laws. This is mostly seen on college campuses where 15 percent of 18- to 25-year-olds binge drink, according to the Centers for Disease Control (Main, 2009). Among college students, 80 percent reported drinking and of those, 40 percent binge drink once a month, and that is more than twice the rate of their peers in the general population (Main,

Excessive drinking can lead to teenage alcoholism. People who begin drinking at the age of 15 are four-times more likely to develop alcoholism than those who start drinking at the age of 21. Most teens take their first drinks at the age of 13. Alcoholism begins by first tasting, then social drinking, next abusive drinking, and last becoming a problem drinker or alcoholic. Most teenagers do not know why they drink but most do anyway. Peer pressure has a lot to do with teen drinking because sometimes it’s hard to say no when your around friends.

Peer Pressure is frequently involved with excessive drinking on college campuses. Alcohol is prominent in the college culture because it is presented at many social affairs and is part of many gatherings with peers. “Because peers are the most salient social referents in the college environment, they are a potent influence on alcohol use. Most new acquaintances at college will be drinkers: recent research indicating that four out of five college students drink. In addition, college peers tend to be more approving of alcohol use.

Teenage drinking has become a prevalent issue and is extremely dangerous to the rest of society. With young brains reaching full development at the age of 25, it is no wonder that adding alcohol into the mix has serious repercussions. This article is a great wakeup call for teenagers. We all fall victim to the peer pressures of alcohol consumption. Many times, alcohol seems like the best answer in order to fit in and be more sociable, as Ben Yeager stated. Yeager’s story is one that hit home on many levels. His story is so tangible and can easily be the fate of many kids I know at school. While Yeager’s story is relatable, it achieves it purpose of advocating against drinking. As the reader, I grimaced through his

This peer pressure can be especially common when looking at alcohol use and abuse in college students. It might not always be clear cut. For example, when we think of the stereotype of the shy freshman being teased and verbally abused by upperclassmen until they agree to take that one more shot or do a keg stand. However, it is also peer pressure when you and a group of friends are just sitting around watching tv or playing games and you are the only one not drinking. We as humans do not like being the odd one out. If you are the only one not drinking at a party you are being pressured to drink just by the simple presence of alcohol being consumed around you. Sometimes it only takes the simple act of someone asking you if you want a drink. Anne tells us a story about how she went out with her friends without the intention of drinking but when her friend asks her if “I wanted a lemonade-vodka she made.” Anne decides to accept the drink (Vander Ven 2011: p. 34). This is a common theme for people who chose not to drink. They get asked if they want a drink over and over again and eventually, they accept one drink which often leads to multiple drinks. Peer pressure can also affect the amount you drink. Even though a lot of college students drink regularly many of them drink within moderation or at least they just plan to drink in moderation. Even if you only plan one having a couple drinks once you start drinking it is hard to stop if your friends keep cheering you on or offering you one more

College is arguably the single most important transition in an individual’s live which they experience many forms of peer pressure and specific growth patterns. Those individuals fortunate enough to pay for their studies are able to further education far and wide across the globe, not while coming at the cost of many positives stringing some negative. With increased peer pressure and opportunity, some are introduced to a parent’s worst nightmare that being the cause and effects of binge drinking. I plan to delve into the ideas and perspectives of both college students, and researchers to excavate what it is that engulfs college students to consume large amounts of alcohol at a given time, and how the effects translate cordially. With high contrast of various academic articles/scholarly sources, we can see exclusive patterns and importance of this topic not only through gender, but also by age.

When they have the opportunity to drink, they do so in an irresponsible manner because drinking by these youth is seen as a badge of rebellion against authority and a symbol of adulthood. Clearly, this kind of devious attitude does not encourage responsible drinking.

Peer pressure is a major reason as to why teens decide to drink. The first indication of this is when Pudge takes his first sip of alcohol, even though it is hard for him to do (Green 81). While Pudge is hanging out with the Colonel and Alaska he has to drink for the first time and when he swallows it feels harsh on his throat. Pudge feels this pressure since both the Colonel and Alaska like to drink and has to drink in order to hang out with them. However one can only be pressured to do so if someone buys alcohol like Alaska "I have a fake ID," she said, "but it sucks. So every time I go to the liquor store, I try to buy ten bottles of this, and some vodka for the Colonel" (Green 80). Here Alaska is talking to Pudge about how she acquires