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Journal. List 5 reasons why you think teenagers might choose to drink. Choosing to be Alcohol Free. Why do some teens drink??. Stress Image (look grown up) Peer Pressure Advertisements Get rid of Problems Curiosity . Reasons to Refuse Alcohol:. It is illegal
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Journal • List 5 reasons why you think teenagers might choose to drink
Why do some teens drink?? • Stress • Image (look grown up) • Peer Pressure • Advertisements • Get rid of Problems • Curiosity
Reasons to Refuse Alcohol: • It is illegal • It interferes with your activities • It promotes foolish behaviors • It is not smart • It disappoints those that care about you. • It harms your health.
Alcohol & the Media: Beer advertisements often link drinking with sporting events, popularity, and fun.
Alternatives to drinking: • Join other teens for alcohol free fun. • Volunteer to help others • Learn something new • Advocate (support)