A survey of 25 high school seniors found that 88% had consumed alcohol, starting as early as age 12 for some. Most drink every weekend or at least once a month, getting alcohol from friends over 21 or using fake IDs. Over half identified as binge drinkers, and 32% had previously driven drunk, despite education on the dangers of underage drinking.

1. Teen Drinking

10. Binge drinking is the modern definition of drinking alcoholic beverages with the primary intention of becoming intoxicated by heavy consumption of alcohol over a short period of time.

14. Dangers of Underage Drinking Death Addiction Thinking Problems Arrest Injury Risky Behavior Drinking and Driving Suicide