Each year in the United States, more than 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes, making it the third leading preventable cause of death in our country. (CDC)
According to the Center for Disease Control, excessive alcohol use, including underage drinking and binge drinking (5 or more drinks for men or 4 or more drinks for women on one occasion), can lead to increased risk of injuries, heart and liver diseases, cancer and memory problems. (CDC).
Research shows that underage drinking increases a person’s chance of developing an alcohol use disorder. Young people who drink alcohol are more likely to engage in risky behaviors and experience social, academic and legal issues. (CDC).
Learn more about the campaign by Prevention Action Alliance that was created to remind parents about the risks of serving alcohol to underage youth.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism describes alcohol use disorder as “a chronic relapsing brain disease characterized by compulsive alcohol use, loss of control over alcohol intake, and a negative emotional state when not using.” It affects about 16 million people in the United States.
The Mayo Clinic shares these signs and symptoms of an alcohol use disorder:
Have more questions about alcohol? View the CDC’s Drinking Less Matters page
Take this short CDC quiz to assess your drinking and make a plan to drink less
Every September, the FASD Awareness Campaign draws attention to the risks associated with drinking alcohol during pregnancy.
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