Drinking and driving has become a serious issue over the years. Not only can it cause harm to yourself, but also to the people around you. Although a driver may think they are okay to drive, it still can be harmful to many if they have had over 2 drinks. Drunk driving is the leading cause of the deaths in the United States. It is a very upsetting and tough, but also totally preventable topic. Alcohol alters a persons perception and judgement. Unfortunately a persons poor judgment could be the ultimate factor if someone lives or dies.
Facts-
-In the United States in 2007, the death toll from teenage drunk-driving accidents was 1,393—nearly four fatalities every day of the year. (1)
-Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among teenagers in the US and are responsible for more than one in three deaths of American teenagers. Of the teen drivers killed on the road in 2006, 31% had been drinking, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (1)
There are many commercials, ads and speeches about ways to prevent drunk driving. Not only will someone face jail time, but they will have to live with the damage they have caused if they get into an accident. Below is an AD which tries to prevent drinking and driving.
Some tips for designated drivers:
- Plan ahead whenever you are going to socialize with alcohol beverages.
- Decide ahead of time who will not drink any alcohol before or during the party or event.
- Consider taking turns being the designated driver (Look after your friends and family and they can look after you) (2)
Sources-
(1)http://www.drugfreeworld.org/drugfacts/alcohol/drinking-and-driving.html
(2)http://www2.potsdam.edu/alcohol/PreventingDrunkDriving.html#.VRyJajpCblI
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