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How does alcohol make people feel?

And some more...
  • The drinker's speech will be slurred; they'll feel tired and confused, and have trouble seeing and hearing properly
  • They're unco-ordinated and can't walk in a straight line
  • Their judgement's affected, so they're more likely to say or do something they regret later or embarrass themselves

 

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In England in 2008, 18% of 11–15 year-olds drink weekly (3% of 11 year olds rising to 46% of 15 year olds).

Sources: The Drug Use, Smoking and Drinking among young people in England 2008 report and The Chief Medical Officers Guidance for parents on underage drinking 2009
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