Name IT Alcohol is found in drinks like beer, lager, alcopops, cider, wine and spirits. Police have the legal power to confiscate alcohol from anyone they know to be, or reasonably believe to be, under 18 drinking in a public place. Alcopops often contain more alcohol than many beers, lager or cider. Many people enjoy drinking alcohol. In small amounts it can help them to relax and feel more sociable.
Some people use alcohol to escape from their problems.
The effect depends on the strength of the drink and how fast it is consumed. It also varies according to when a person last ate, and their weight, mood and surroundings. Speech can become slurred, co-ordination affected and emotions heightened. The Risks Alcohol is a depressant drug. Users can end up feeling very down.