Alcohol abuse is a serious health problem when it comes to college students. "The average amount of binge drinkers on college campuses is 50% of men and 39% of women" (http://www.oregoncounseling.org/ArticlesPapers/). There are various reasons why students drink and serious short and long term effects on the body and mind. Alcoholism is a serious problem for college students and there are many actions being taken to try to lessen the problem among colleges throughout the country.

There are various reasons why students choose to drink in college. Peer pressure, academic stress, wanting to fit in, wanting to be more social and outgoing, or because they are away from home are some examples. College students come to college being away from their parent's ad it is their first experience with independence, and being able to anything they want without having to answer to anyone. This could be...