While it can be fun, alcohol consumption is extremely dangerous. Drinking in moderation can help you feel comfortable in social situations, loosen up with your family and friends after a stressful day of work, or feel a little happier at dinner. But after a couple drinks, perhaps you’ve gotten a little bit too happy, and you’ve loosened up a little bit too much. You were drinking with some friends, but now it is getting late, and you should be getting home soon. Too many people in this situation decide to get in the drivers’ seat, believing that Read the rest of this entry »
If you are planning a night out with friends at your local bar or tavern, it is crucial that you determine who is the designated driver beforehand. Establishing a designated driver before leaving for a night out on the town will help keep everyone safe on the roads.
Driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated are leading causes of death and injury in young people. Even a few drinks is enough to affect judgment and reaction time. Often, a driver is impaired without even knowing it. Thus, determining who will be the designated driver beforehand will ensure that Read the rest of this entry »
It is never too early for parents to begin instilling good values into their children. Just as parents teach kids how to say “please” and “thank you” and how to refuse rides from strangers, they should also teach their kids about underaged drinking. Naturally, the children must be old enough to understand the concept of taking a drink. However, the lessons do not have to wait until they are in their late teenage years. Quite often children are exposed to alcohol at very early Read the rest of this entry »
If we’ve learned anything from terrible made-for-TV movies on direct tv it’s that drinking and driving can be a really bad idea. If you’re constantly trying to figure out how to get your friends to give up their keys we’ve got a few suggestions.
Make Plans Ahead of Time: If possible, try to get everyone to agree to take a cab or public transportation home before you go out. If all else fails, make sure everyone gives you their Read the rest of this entry »
