In this 'instant pudding' generation of 'instant gratification' many kids are turning to alcohol to get their buzz, to kill the pain, to have a good time, to escape from the problems of life. As early as twelve or thirteen years of age, kids are drinking on a regular basis to get their 'high.' In turn more problems are brought about by inappropriate acting out. Even as a 'Mitzva' (a good deed) many children are encouraged by family & friends, to drink wine at a kiddush, l'chaim etc. In many religious circles, young people are told that "to have a drink will bring a happier mind and spirit." According to Rabbi Avraham Twersky MD this is foolish and it is no Mitzva. I agree.!! Rabbi Twersky is an eminent psychiatrist, with 40 years experience in the field of alcohol & substance abuse, according to him even on Purim a child, that's a kid who is under the age of twenty one, should not consume more than one and half ounces of alcohol. I have known many young people who know that they can't control their drinking, if they drink even this amount. If this is the case DON'T DRINK AT ALL; EVEN IF YOU ARE TOLD THAT IT WILL NOT HARM YOU........IT WILL!!
The following link is a dramatization of a real life situation. The setting is in a religious environment, so "don't be put off" it still applies in every situation where young people are concerned. How much is your child's life worth?
http://vimeo.com/5438925
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