The effects of alcohol on teenagers and young adults
Catherine Kpaka
UMGC
BEHS 364
RESEARCH OUTLINE
Introduction
Background of the topic
Thesis statement: Alcohol can damage or even kill the cells that make up the hippocampus, some people have fuzzy recollections or “blackouts” after drinking.
II. Body
Normal growth or sexual development is disrupted.
Violence, both physical and sexual. Suicidal and homicidal thoughts are more likely.
Alcohol-related car accidents and other unintended injuries including burns, falls, or drowning
2. Alcohol is a depressant that affects the brain by slowing it down.
Alcohol can have an impact on a teen brain, which continues to grow until they are in their early twenties.
Alcohol might have a detrimental influence on your teens problem-solving abilities and academic achievement.
3. You are more likely to acquire cancer if you use alcohol.
Alcohol can cause liver damage as well as other serious, chronic disorders. Alcohol can elicit emotional or frightening memories.
Alcoholism and dependence can result from the consumption of alcohol.
III. Conclusion
Summary of the main points of research paper
Thought/Own Opinion
Recommendations