Megan's Thesis

I feel that the drinking age should stay at 21. The affects of alcohol on the body and the brain are horrific at any age, but consuming alcohol before your brain is fully developed, for women 22, for men 24, could seriously impair your brain's ability to change and grow. Consuming alcohol before the age of 21, even in moderation, can damage your learning and memory. I feel that those at the age of 18 are at a very vital time in their lives, between applying for college and choosing what their major will be, they will be encountering many important decisions. The consumption of alcohol at this stage in your life, even in moderation, would be a hindrance to your ability to make these important decisions wisely.