Alcohol ... use and abuse .. what you should know
4 April 2016
| Technical document
Overview
| Among the youth, alcohol use usually begins as 'experimentation' often initiated in peer groups. School friends often form the first group in which alcohol consumption is initiated. It may also occur within the family, at social gatherings on special occasions such as birthdays or marriages, where alcohol is served. This document provides adolescents with brief and clear information on harm from alcohol use and abuse. It also addresses some myths and facts about alcohol consumption.The information is based on extensive feed back received from adolescents. |
WHO Team
WHO South-East Asia
Reference numbers
ISBN: 92-9022-275-1
WHO Reference Number: Alcohol Control Series - 4