On your Life Substance abuse and addiction can seriously affect one's life in school, at work, and in relationships. Poor school performance . Studies show that grades go down as alcohol consumption increases. The average student who has one drink a day earns a GPA of only a C-level.
Greater usage is associated with failing grades.
Poor work performance . Relationship trouble . Substance abuse puts a strain on relationships. Problem drinkers tend to change social circles often and are unable to maintain long term friendships. They alienate themselves from others to hide their excessive consumption.