Alcohol Drinking Habits Amongst Peers: Reflections on High School

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The discussion revolves around personal experiences with alcohol consumption, particularly during high school and its social implications. Many participants reflect on the peer pressure to drink, noting that abstaining often led to feelings of alienation. Some share that they started drinking in their early teens, while others abstained entirely, citing personal reasons or a lack of interest. The impact of drinking on work and research is debated, with some asserting that moderate drinking does not interfere with productivity, while others acknowledge that excessive drinking can lead to negative consequences. Cultural differences in attitudes toward alcohol are also highlighted, particularly contrasting American views with more relaxed European norms. Participants express a range of opinions on the effects of alcohol, from enhancing creativity to causing distraction. The conversation emphasizes the importance of moderation and personal choice, with many advocating for finding social circles that respect individual decisions regarding alcohol. Overall, the thread illustrates the complex relationship between alcohol, social dynamics, and personal identity.
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Turion said:
I would say that there are still posts described by the bolded.

It is very pointless to have a debate with only anecdotal evidence regardless of what the OP asked. It turns into a "majority agrees with me and so I'm right". For example: look at ProgressNation's, OmCheeto's, and davenn's posts.

The only thing missing is a like button and...

Interesting. I just sent a PM to Ryan implying that he should consider deleting my post you are referring to.

ps. PF is starting:rolleyes: to interfere with my river time. Is there a PF's anonymous?
 
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Just clarifying that I made this thread not to spark an intellectual debate, but simply to hear some stories. I don't think that the answer to alcohol-question is narrow enough to be a good or bad. We all react differently and I was simply interested in hearing the stories of the educated (I think it's fair to assume the average PF user is more educated than the average American).

I think we can all agree to the following:
- Some consume alcohol and maintain productive lives.
- Some consume alcohol and do not maintain productive lives.
- Some do not consume alcohol and maintain productive lives.
- Some do not consume alcohol and do not maintain productive lives.

I think I'll be having my first drink soon. Frankly I'm not interested in alcohol at all, but I'd like my first drink to be something memorable so I'd like to have it with my grandfather.
 
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Permanence said:
... I made this thread not to spark an intellectual debate ...
Ummm... You might be in the wrong forum... :-p
I think I'll be having my first drink soon. Frankly I'm not interested in alcohol at all, but I'd like my first drink to be something memorable so I'd like to have it with my grandfather.

It's not really necessary, but if you do, don't stand up too quickly, as, at your level of tolerance, it will make you dizzy, and perhaps, a bit giggly.

ps. You might want to have gramps take a video, and have him replay it every time you see him. I have Facebook friends that have been lifelong drinkers, and they scream every time someone posts their picture; "Take it down! I did not give you permission to post that picture!"

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The video may "cure" you of your curiosity. :smile:
 
  • #54
OmCheeto said:
blogg2.jpg

The above image is an example of the second phase of the "biphasic" effects of alcohol.

One minute, you are up and giggling, and two decades later you are, well, um...
Let's just say the chair seat is the x-axis.

Does this make sense now?
 
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  • #55
Permanence said:
1. Do you drink alcohol?
2. At what age did you begin?
3. Do you believe drinking interferes with your work or research?

1. Yes
2. Around 12
3. No, I have unusually high alcoholic tolerance levels

Bounty Rum @ 65% hit me up some time, brother
 
  • #56
Better to be the guy sleeping on the table than the one sleeping on the tree. That's going to leave a mark.
 
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