Alcohol is a depressant that comes from organic sources including grapes, grains and berries. These ferment or are distilled into a liquid.
Alcohol affects the central nervous system and brain.
It can make users loosen up, relax, and feel more comfortable or can make them more aggressive. Unfortunately, it also lowers their inhibitions, which can set them up for dangerous or embarrassing behavior. Alcohol is a drug and is only legal if you're 21 or older. Alcohol is the most-used drug in the country. Among teens, it is the number one abused substance.