Teen drinking and driving has fallen by 54 percent over the last two decades and this is courtesy stricter laws and increased gas prices.
Teen Drinking is Never 'Just a Phase'
A new study of Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index (RAPI) has found that problem drinking during adolescence is never just a phase.
A new study of Rutgers Alcohol Problem Index (RAPI) has found that problem drinking during adolescence is never just a phase.
Further, teens were not seen driving as much after drinking. Recession and less money in hand is another reason for teens not indulging in drinking,
"Drinking and driving is risky for any driver, but especially for young teens. Young drivers are 17 times more likely to die in a crash when they have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 than when they have not been drinking."
Australia Raises Tax on Pre-mixed Alcoholic Drinks to Curb Teen Drinking
Australian officials unexpectedly hiked the tax on pre-mixed alcoholic drinks on Sunday, as new research revealed that teenage girls were consuming them at unprecedented levels.
Australian officials unexpectedly hiked the tax on pre-mixed alcoholic drinks on Sunday, as new research revealed that teenage girls were consuming them at unprecedented levels.
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It's Difficult to Curb Teen Drinking in Urban Areas, Says Study
A new study has cited that it is more difficult to keep middle schoolers away from alcohol in urban areas than in rural areas.
A new study has cited that it is more difficult to keep middle schoolers away from alcohol in urban areas than in rural areas.
