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5 things that alcohol can do to the teenage brain

December 10th 2008 22:25
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The brain is made up of more than 100 billion neurons, each making tens of thousands of connections. Alcohol can damage or even kill neurons, perhaps altering development of those parts of the adolescent brain that are still forming. Research suggests that alcohol can cause teens to:



1. make bad decisions




2. develop a tolerance for alcohol and drink more over time




3. take risks they usually would not take




4. harm their memories




5. cause problems with medications




Extracted from: Market Watch December 3, 2008




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Comment by Wilson Pon

December 11th 2008 07:52
I tend to share your opinion, Katyzzz. I have a few friends who used to be alcoholic. They'll do whatever they want, as long as they can buy the alcohol, including hurting their loved ones or pickpocket!

So, here is the small advice to all youngsters: If you do love your family, then stay away from the alcohol and drugs...

Comment by katyzzz

December 11th 2008 09:26
That's a wonderful comment, Wilson, and let's add 'if they love themselves', which everyone should do.

Comment by Lester Caudill

December 11th 2008 17:07
Hey katyzzz my dad became an alcoholic after my mom died, and as a teen I used alcohol often. Alcohol destroyed my relationship with my dad and cause many problems for me as I was growing up.

My advice to anyone young or old stay away from alcohol it will destroy your body, mind, relationships with family, and friends.

Comment by katyzzz

December 11th 2008 20:52
Lester, you have made some very meaningful comments there,let's hope they have an audience.

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