1. They want to test new things in life.
2. They defy the social norms (authority).
3. They don't bother about the ill effects.
4. They are confused about life and death.
It tastes bad.It can make you vomit if you consume too much.It can impair your judgement if you drink too much.The abuse of alcohol can lead to detrimental health effects such as kidney and liver...
At least 2/3 of teenagers drink alcohol in th U.S. I agree that many teens do drink alot. But i think this is the governments fault, i don't believe that there is enough activies for teens anymore....