Throughout the years, there has been massive debate and arguments whether or not alcohol should be prohibited. In most countries, at a certain age, adults are allowed to purchase alcohol contents without being limited to certain choices. However, with the rise of alcohol products, there are concerns to public health and safety. Restrictions should be placed on alcohol consumption. To being with, study has found that there is a direct correlation between alcohol consumption and crime. As alcohol intake increases, crime increases as well. The more violent a crime, the greater the likelihood of alcohol involved. Researchers have found that adults who were convicted at the time were either drinking or under the influence. …show more content…
“Social, psychological, genetic, and behavioral factors can all contribute to the disease” (Alcohol Addiction). Researchers have shown that alcohol addiction causes physical changes to the brain. Some symptoms of alcohol addiction are changes in friendships, avoiding contact with loved ones, and the dependence on alcohol. Addictions ruin the lives of the person themselves and other people around them. Alcohol is like a drug, becoming addicted can be destructive. Alcohol dependence is very common and has many negative consequences such as withdrawal. Some include hallucinations, seizures, fevers, and agitation (Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse). Kids who have parents who constantly drink will increase their chances of drinking alcohol.
Instead of focusing on alcohol prohibition, which encourages the rise of criminal activity, the nation should focus on legalizing alcohol. In Alaska, local-option laws made it difficult to purchase alcohol for special events (Semuels). The Bethel Native Corporation argues that there are many alcohol-related problems because alcohol is not accessible. In the early 1900s, Prohibition did not work in America, but people still found ways to smuggle alcohol and make profit. While the ban of alcohol is lifted in some countries, placing restrictions should be encouraged to provide safety for the general