Thursday, October 3, 2013

Welcome to College

As college approaches, many young students grow anxious with anticipation about all of the new experiences awaiting to happen. There will be new teachers and classes and not to mention a new home with a roommate. Another highly anticipated new aspect of college life is the social scene. No longer do you need permission from mom and dad, there is a new found freedom. With this freedom comes many decisions, including the decision whether or not to consume alcohol and other drugs.

Alcohol and other drugs are almost always prevalent on a college campus, therefore making it a part of the social norm and experience of college life. At most colleges, it is normal for the majority of the student body to consume alcohol. It is seen as the thing to do on weekends and a way to bond with other students that are looking to make new friends. Unfortunately, there is a pressure to not only drink but to keep up with those more experienced drinkers. This is could be a dangerous situation, especially for those who are underage and or have not drank previously. It is important for new college students to remember that although it may seem like the socially normal thing to participate in, it is okay to drink. At the end of the day, you are in charge of what you put in your body and your norm may be different than others.



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