Each year, approximately 5,000 lives are lost as a result of underage drinking, 40 % as a result of motor vehicle crashes.

Yet drinking continues to be widespread among teenagers, as shown by nationwide surveys as well as studies in smaller populations. According to a recent study, 75% of 12th graders and over 65% 10th graders have consumed alcohol. And when they drink they tend to drink excessively, often consuming four to five drinks at one time. Data shows that 22 percent of 10th graders, and 29 percent of 12th graders have recently participated in binge drinking.

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Tips for Adolescents and Young Adults:

• If you have respect for yourself, your friends will respect your right to be you. Respect yourself enough NOT to do something you know is not right.

• In order to be treated like an adult, you have to act like one. This means following the rules your parent/guardian establishes for you, obeying the law and making responsible decisions.

• Alcohol is not a solution to your problems. If you have a problem, find someone to talk to such as a friend, a sibling or a teacher.

• Not everyone drinks. On college campuses, less than 40% of students are college drinkers.

Crashes are a leading cause of death for teens. Nationally, an average of six persons between the ages of 15 - 20 die in motor vehicle crashes each and every day. Nearly 2 out of every 5 Americans will be involved in an alcohol-related crash at some time in their lives.

Drivers under the age of 21 represent 10 percent of licensed drivers but are responsible for 17 percent of fatal alcohol-related crashes. Regardless of how young you are , if arrested for DUI you will be handcuffed and taken to jail. What will your parents say when you call home and tell them you are in jail?

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Updated: H.B.

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