After a long stressful day, nothing can beat a tv marathon, some snacks or leftover food from the fridge, and some refreshing beer. But what is it that makes alcohol consumption enjoyable? In the textbook Alcohol, Janet Chrzan provides insight and detailed examples about social drinking in terms of its cultural context. In Western cultures drinking has become more prominent as it became a necessity to have available on a daily basis, which appears most amongst college students.
Growing up I saw adults drinking, having fun, and being social. It made me wonder,”What does it taste like? Is it really that good? Should I try it too?”. My curiosity grew and I wanted to know, but they would not let me try it. Having received the same response of “When you are older,” I took the initiative to take a sip from one of my parent’s drink when no one was looking. I was not thrilled at all. …show more content…
One particular highlight are the parties many have seen and heard, specifically, the drinks offered. Students who chose to drink are “free of the rigid time schedule” which signifies their transition into becoming adults (Chrzan, 134). Fresh out of high school, young adults are out on their own being held accountable for their own actions by the law, able to coordinate his or her own schedule, and experience the burden of responsibility accompanied with other difficulties. As alcohol becomes accessible, individuals will have to adapt to the social pressure and understand the consequences of
Growing up I saw adults drinking, having fun, and being social. It made me wonder,”What does it taste like? Is it really that good? Should I try it too?”. My curiosity grew and I wanted to know, but they would not let me try it. Having received the same response of “When you are older,” I took the initiative to take a sip from one of my parent’s drink when no one was looking. I was not thrilled at all. …show more content…
One particular highlight are the parties many have seen and heard, specifically, the drinks offered. Students who chose to drink are “free of the rigid time schedule” which signifies their transition into becoming adults (Chrzan, 134). Fresh out of high school, young adults are out on their own being held accountable for their own actions by the law, able to coordinate his or her own schedule, and experience the burden of responsibility accompanied with other difficulties. As alcohol becomes accessible, individuals will have to adapt to the social pressure and understand the consequences of