A recent episode of the hit TV show “Glee” focused on the
problem of underage drinking. Called “Blame It on the Alcohol,”
the episode depicted glee club members narrowly avoiding school
suspension for drinking on school grounds—never a smart idea!
Not only is it illegal to drink before age 21, but drinking too
much alcohol can impair brain function and motor skills and lead
to addiction. Mixing alcohol with illicit or other drugs—even
legal ones—greatly increases the dangers: Mixing alcohol with
stimulants like Adderall or club drugs like Ecstasy can cause
heart problems, too, as well as strokes and convulsions. Cough
and cold medicines that don’t need a prescription can mess you
up if you abuse them or combine them with alcohol—once again,
heart problems and trouble breathing. Play it safe and don’t mix
alcohol with other drugs.