IntroductionAccording to Windle et al. (2009), adolescents aged 10 to 15 begin to consume alcohol. Teenagers go through puberty at this stage. This means that they experience greater emotional mood swings, greater emotions when dealing with emotional events, and tend to break the rules more and exhibit rule-breaking behaviors (Windle, and al., 2009). 19.5 percent of 8th graders and 42.1 percent of 10th graders reported being drunk in their lifetime (Windle et al., 2009). It is said that adolescents who drink regularly during this period are more likely to have more difficulty transitioning into adulthood (Zhong, et al., 2010). Eighth graders have greater disapproval of alcohol than their older 10th grade counterparts. , 51.2 percent to 38.5 percent (Windle, et al., 2009). “Approximately 57.2% of 8th graders and 53.3% of 10th graders rated five or more drinks of alcohol once or twice per weekend as a “great risk” of harm” (Windle, et al ., 2009). Early adolescent alcohol use is associated with suicidal behaviors that include ideation, attempts, and realizations. Early alcohol consumption is also associated with the adoption of sexual behaviors. Underage drinking doesn't just harm teens. It also affects the world around them, such as their family, friends and community. Why do minors drink? What is the reason they start drinking so early? Childhood experiences, parents, peers, and the media have more of an effect on underage drinking than one might think. Childhood Experiences Our childhood constitutes who we are today. Childhood experiences can profoundly affect our behaviors and curiosity about alcohol from a young age. ...... middle of paper ...... and underage drinking. Substance use and abuse. Flight. 44 Issue 2, p179-194, 16p, 4 ChartsWard, BM and Snow, PC (2011). Factors affecting parental provision of alcohol to underage adolescents. Drug and alcohol review. 30 (4): 338-43. Wechsler, H., Lee JE., Nelson, TF, and Kuo, M. (2002). Underage college student drinking behavior, access to alcohol, and the influence of deterrence policies: Results from the Harvard School of Public Health College Alcohol Study. Journal of American Academic Health. 50 (5): 223-36. (30 ref) Windle, M., Spear, LP, Fuligni, AJ, Angold, A., Brown, JD, Pine, D., et al. (2009). Transitions to minors and alcohol use problems. Drug and alcohol review. 30 (4): 338-43. Zhong, H. and Schwartz, J. (2010). Exploring gender trends in underage drinking during adolescence. Journal of youth and adolescence. 39 (8): 911-26. (49 ref.)