Good morning,

Alcohol Awareness Week 1-7th July.

Risks associated with underage drinking.

Brain Development- Children's brains are still developing, adding alcohol to the process can affect memory, function, reactions, and attention span. 

Liver Damage- Young people who drink regularly are at risk of damaging their livers without realising, the warning signs only show after a few years.

Mental Health- Alcohol doesn't just affect young people physically, evidence points to alcohol missus and mental health being closely related. 

If you would like more information and support, please follow the links below:

https://www.communityalcoholpartnerships.co.uk/

https://www.nyhorizons.org.uk/

Alcoholics Anonymous National Helpline 0800 917 7650. Email: help@aamail.org
Web: https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/helpline/contact/