Girls can drink less than guys, over less time, and still have major damage done to internal organs. Many people believe that alcohol gives them courage to talk to someone or just to have a better time. While alcohol may make you less shy, it also robs you of your ability to think or react. No matter how much you love your friends, don't get into a car with them if someone has been drinking. Your life is too important to take for granted-call someone for a ride home.
Many magazines show glamorous models enjoying alcohol.
What the ad does not tell you is that alcohol does not help you take control of your life. In fact, control is the first thing you lose when you drink. While it is likely that alcohol will be brought around when hanging out, it is important to take a stand. A lot is riding on your decision to drink, and your true friends will be supportive of your decision to stay sober. While drinking may make it easier for you to talk to girls, it does not make you a stud or get you a date.