The legal drinking age is lowered to 18
More likely to learn to drink in a safe environment
Reduce alcohol related accidents among underage drinkers
Colleges are are to increase alcohol education programs
And reduces alcohol secrecy on college campuses
Diminish the thrill of breaking the law
Many teens still continue to consume alcohol, even though it is illegal
References
Editorial Staff. (2023, January 17). Drinking age in the United States | Alcohol.org. Alcohol.org. https://alcohol.org/guides/drinking-age/
ProCon.org. (n.d.). Pros and Cons/Lowering the Drinking Age. https://vitaeducation.org/wp-content/uploads/Lowering-Drinking-Age.pdf
Why a minimum legal drinking age of 21 works. (2024, May 15). Alcohol Use. https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/underage-drinking/minimum-legal-drinking-age.html
Affecting young and developing brains
Alcohol can cause long-term cognitive harm
May increase alcohol related incidents on campuses
Increased driving under the influence of alcohol
Leads to more DUIS's, traffic accidents, and fatalities