Do you drink and if you do, do you drink to get drunk?

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

personally I'm a college student and I hate drinking. OK maybe not necessarily drinking, but drunk people drive me insane. they're amusing sometimes...until they want to puke in your bathroom.

I don't drink

I drink but not to get drunk

I drink, sometimes to get drunk

I drink to get drunk

[thunder91]

Haha I feel the same way. I am annoyed with drinking like excessively or like for the sole purpose of getting drunk and because you need alcohol to have a good time.I do find drunk people amusing though because they always have fights or do stupid things that they can't be embarrassed of at the moment and I get to sit back and enjoy it and I'll be the only one to remember it lol. I don't really drink. Every once in a while I might have one drink and I mean like no more than 5 drinks a year so yeah I barely drink at all. I like Coke or mt dew better lol. Usually though I am the one that has to drive the people home and like baby sit to make sure they don't do anything that stupid lol. I guess it helps that I am a big boy so I can take them all down at the same time lol. Too bad more college aged kids don't drink that much or else Id probably hang out with them!

[Anonymous]

woahh it's the girls who love getting drunk. Big turn off

[jrose]

When I first started drinking, it was ALWAYS to get drunk, but I grew out of it as I got older. Now, I'll often just have a couple drinks with friends to relax or I'll go to a party, have a couple, then sip on water the rest of the night. Every once in awhile, I drink and don't consciously make an effort to stop before I get drunk. It's been literally years since I started drinking with the intent to get drunk, although I've definitely gotten drunk without intending to a few times.

There are a few reasons for me usually staying mostly sober a) I like to go home and I like to know how I got there b) I like to be in control of myself and able to handle whatever situation arises and c) I always have too much crap to do the next day to nurse a hangover.

[iceburg-san]

I don't drink I think it smells nasty and the fact that it makes people depressed gives them headaches makes them want to puke and I lived with an alcoholic for the longest time is just another excuse not to drink but everyone I know does it and they have no logical explanation as to why. even my friend will who drinks thinks its silly and he shouldn't do it. I'm just highly against it I don't nag people about it unless they act creepy but really, Its silly...

[Quantumus]

I don't drink. Alcohol, and the side effects therein, disgust me.

In any event, I find it really discouraging that so many girls (noting the poll here as well as personal observations) drink to get drunk. Nothing could be a bigger turn-off.

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

maybe most of the girls who answered are college age? I feel like drinking to get drunk is a very college-girl thing to do. but yea, I don't drink either :p

[Quantumus]

Be it in high school or college, I'm still not keen on that behavior. :P Glad to hear that you don't participate.

[Standingpretty]

There's no point to drink unless you get buzzed or drunk. Alcohol sucks in taste. If you want to drink and and have something that tastes good, why not just drink a non-alcoholic beverage such as lemonade, milk, soda, etc. ? There's no point to even drink something that tastes like sh*t if you're just drinking for taste alone.

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

lol really for alcohol it depends on your taste. most of it is an "acquired" taste. but depending on what kind of stuff you like, there are some good alcoholic drinks though. but given you're underage those are hard to get. :p ha ha and I don't actually know any of this from experience it's just a common theme in what I hear so yea...

[Standingpretty]

It's an extremely acquired taste. People usually have to mix their drinks with a lot of other things or it's just not good to them. most people have to cancel out the flavor completely to even drink anything. Like for example, White Russians. White Russians have hardly any vodka in them and they taste exactly like chocolate milk. 99% of alcoholic beverage tastes can be found in cheaper, non-alcoholic beverages. It's not worth it most of the time.

[Standingpretty]

You wouldn't really know unless you tried a variety of different drinks.

[Standingpretty]

I have met hardly anyone who straight up likes vodka or rum or anything that has a decent alcohol content without mixing it.

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

no some alcohol can be good. and I mean classy alcohol not the sh*t they mix at college parties lol I mean high-class stuff. then it can be good. champagne, some wines, fruity mixed drinks, that kind of stuff.

[Standingpretty]

Yes, alcohol can taste good but only when it's heavily deluded or when it's mixed to the majority of the population. All of that you mentioned that is usually a mixture of stuff, none of it has a very high alcohol content (which accounts for the true taste of alcohol). So no, again your not really tasting the tasting the "alcohol" in those "High Class" drinks, your tasting everything it was deluded with. The true taste of alcohol is bitter and comparable to gasoline in taste.

[Standingpretty]

You would probably know if you had tasted a variety of drinks instead of just the "High class" stuff lol. link

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[TheGodEmperorLeto]

I only drink if I'm not paying (aka my brother or someone I know is paying) and even then I don't drink to get drunk, I just enjoy the taste of white russians or bourbon or a few other drinks and they go well with burgers. People who drink to get drunk must have some kinda issues.

[Standingpretty]

Not all people who get drunk drink because they have issues. Once every couple of years it's fine to get a little drunk and enjoy the sensation. It's kind of ignorant to assume that you have to have "issues" to enjoy a couple of beers.

[TheGodEmperorLeto]

A lot of people, in fact most, who drink to get drunk do have issues. And I'm talking it's a consistent thing, not every couple of years thing. Can't face the truth?

[Standingpretty]

Show me a comprehensive study and evidence of this phenomenon proving that most people who drink have issues then I'll believe you. Lack supporting evidence much?

[TheGodEmperorLeto]

lol really? Someone who's drinking constantly to get drunk doesn't have issues and isn't trying to numb some pain or use it as an escape? Come now... I'm not saying EVERYONE who drinks is doing that, but those who drink on a consistent basis and drink purely to be drunk has issues they're trying to run from.

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

people who drink CONSTANTLY and do it to get drunk are the ones with problems. if when you drink, you drink to get drunk, but it isn't often then you have nothing to worry about. the former, however, would be called alcoholism. it's an addiction and you need treatment for it. but if it's every couple of years like you say then I don't think there's any issue there.

[TheGodEmperorLeto]

Ya, if it's not frequently, then it's just whatever. Just for fun or being with friends/family. Nothing much. But consistently and then it's a problem and they likely have issues. Be it genetic or psychological.

[Standingpretty]

Well, the way it was worded said to get drunk, not constantly, just to get drunk in general. if it's constantly than yes, THAT person has problems. I don't think those who drink to get drunk every once in awhile necessarily has problems.

[TheGodEmperorLeto]

Ya, I tend to word things poorly from time to time thinking people will get what I mean forgetting that it can still be easily confused >.>

[aly-marie]

In general, I drink to get drunk. Sometimes I get the opportunity to drink and just chill out, but I'm still young so I don't get that opportunity often.

But I've never gotten so drunk that I threw up. I've learned to take it slow and stop when I've had enough.

[sketchy]

I only drink to get drunk (and don't do that very often). If I'm not trying to get drunk, I'll have something non-alcoholic that tastes a lot better, costs a lot less, and doesn't stop me from driving home.

[Standingpretty]

You said what I said except better.

[Anonymous]

Don't drink so often, and I don't like to do it to get drunk to the point that I make myself sick, to me that ruins the fun and is just stupid. I would like to drink enough to get a buzz, and then stop. I have gotten fairly drunk but not to the point that I vomited, passed out, or had to be taken care of by others. I usually know when I've had enough.

[SnackG]

I drink sometimes. Sometimes I get drunk, sometimes I don't. It was pretty fun for about 1.5-2 years after high school then it just got old. I don't care for it that much anymore. Any drinking I do now is usually just a couple beers while chilling with friends.

[timetowaste]

When I was younger and dumber, I drank with the sole intention of getting drunk. For the past 6 years, I've barely drank at all. If I drink it's 1 or 2, and I nurse the hell out of them lol.

[iveth]

depends on my mood but I like to drink for the taste also it gets people more loose but if I'm at a club or really awsome loud party ill get drunk but I rarely puke I would have to be really intoxicated to the point imma pass out.

[TerranceMurphy]

I never drank and never will. The smell makes me sick, and I want to be fully aware of any choices I make, big or not. Plus, the puking and hangovers are not turning me onto it either...

[musiclover100]

I don't really drink that much. Usually only at parties. I don't drink enought to get drunk because I like to be able to drive and I hate puking in front of people.

[guy532]

depends on my mood if I've had a horrible week (I mean horrible) am going full out with only one goal. 99% time though it's just to loosen up enough to have more fun with my friends.

[myspacemybroke]

I have gotten fairly messed up before, but probably like four or five times in my life. Technically I drink fairly often, but usually just a beer now and again or a bit of kahlua in some milk.

[Coffinspire]

I drink to get drunk but not so drunk that I puke. I try to stick to things that aren't so strong so I can feel when I'm getting drunk and I can stop.

[BluStar2252]

Great answer lol its good that read the commets before putting what you said. Took the words right out of my mouth!

[Coffinspire]

Lol thank you I try

[Eiffelgirl21]

I rarely drink. When I do, it is with my girl friends. And, I am never drunk. Sometimes, I

can get a little tipsy...but never drunk. I have only gotten drunk once in my life. NEVER again!

[Alanaaa]

I drink to get f***ed up. If you're not getting drunk .. That's just a waste of booze!

[probabilist]

lol

[Standingpretty]

Thank you, well said!

[WoIIie]

I don't drink unless I need courage to approach someone.

[jad125]

I do not drink. Only on very rare occasions will I have a beer. Beer Wine Liqour, vodka, is all disgusting.I think anyone who drinks just to get drunk is a moron.

[Black_Swan_12]

I drink socially to get buzzed not messed up, but sometimes I get drunk.

[dIO_oIb]

me too.

[Black_Swan_12]

cool

[TrickyNickn]

I don't drink. I've never liked the taste of alcohol and I just don't see the point of getting drunk. I can easily find other ways to have fun.

[Anonymous]

I don't usually drink, depends on if it is a special occasion or something. And I've never gotten drunk :)

[xobrowneyedbeauty]

same here. the most I've ever had to drink is like a few sips. you and I are among the few! haha

[lustful1]

i don't drink but that's mostly because of health issues I think alcohol makes people act like a**holes

[probabilist]

mostly just socially I drink. But every once in awhile I just get drunk to get drunk...

[Senses]

I don't drink.

and women that drink are so not classy! it looks so disgusting when they have a bottle beer in their hands...eww!

[Puck_Leporem]

I only drink to celebrate, and will stop when I start to feel light headed, hasn't hurt me as of yet

[leech5]

Whenever I drink I do it socially, I usually don't do it to get drunk because I hate people who do.

[stillagoodgirl]

I'm so proud of myself,this year I didn't drink for new years

[doctorwhofan23]

I drink but more just when I am hanging out and I don't like to have that much.

[MakeLoveNotWar]

I only drink to get drunk with my mates, helps me looses up a lot. Personally, I really hate the taste of alcohol.

[Anonymous]

I don't drink. I'm a total straight edge lol

except when it comes to my boyfriend ;)

[Anonymous]

i only drink if I want to pluck up the courage to ask someone something, (e.g- to ask a guy out)

[decentusername]

i drink to get drunk and/or moderately okay

[sikoo31]

just to get a good buzz.

drunkenness = stupidity.

[Whipporwill]

Drink sometimes, never get drunk though.

[DianaDDreamer]

I vote B

I drink but don't get drunk! : )

[THE_Godfather]

For me one beer is too many & one hundred is not enough.

I will have a shot of Patron' Tequila on holidays with my friends.

[DianaDDreamer]

Nice!

[THE_Godfather]

Oley'

[DianaDDreamer]

:D

[sweet_18]

i drink to get f***ed. Otherwise, alcohol is gross

[Anonymous]

I don't drink whatsoever.

[johari]

To celebrate

[AllDay]

I don't drink at all

[NewClassic]

I don't drink