Alcohol is a very popular drink for those who are of legal drinking age. The legal drinking age in the United States is currently 21. Unfortunately, many teenagers who are under the legal drinking age consume alcohol while underage. They believe they are old enough to handle the effects and that it is the good thing to do. The legal drinking age should not be lowered because many teenagers cannot handle the effects of alcohol or the responsibility that comes with drinking alcohol. It could harm them mentally, emotionally, physically or even get them killed due to a bad decision. Alcohol is a drug; drugs are not good for anyone, no matter the age. Teens simply cannot handle the effects of alcohol and should not drink while underage. Alcohol can seriously harm someone's mental health and well-being. Alcohol has the ability to send people into a state of depression which in turn leads to a higher rate of suicide in many teenagers. With depression also comes anxiety which also includes panic attacks. Anyone who suffers from anxiety ...