| Reasons for drinking | Consequences of drinking |
---|---|---|
Biological | • Addiction • To feel better • Manage pain | • Not taking medications • Blackouts • Physical damage   to body |
Psychological | • To feel in control • Coping – escaping • Low self-esteem • Get through bad experiences • To have courage/confidence | • Changes in behavior • Poor choices and   decisions • Sexual risk taking |
Social | • Socialize • Influenced by friends • Influenced by family/parents | • Neglect • End up in jail • Loss: respect, job,   relationships |