The Risks of Alcohol for Teenagers: Protecting Health and Future

Alcohol poses serious risks for teens:

• Accidents, injuries, impaired judgment
• Unwanted sexual experiences, unprotected sex
• Addiction risk
• Liver and heart damage
• Academic and social problems
• Mental health issues (depression, anxiety)
• Alcohol poisoning (can be fatal)

Teens who drink are more likely to drop out, have legal trouble, engage in violence, and develop adult alcohol problems. Saying no to alcohol is crucial.