If you have a relative who is an alcoholic, you may have a genetic predisposition toward addiction. Therefore, special caution in drinking behavior will be necessary. Perhaps most important of all, don't drink and drive. Arrange to have a designated driver take you to your destination. Even a few drinks can be deadly if the person drinking is driving a car.
People drink for a variety of reasons.
For most people, the use of alcohol is an adjunct to other social activities. For some, however, it is used for the anesthetizing effect it has on the mind and body. A common misconception of college students is that they cannot have fun unless they drink. It is often used as an escape from boredom or tension. These uses of alcohol often lead to drinking problems.