Which Is More Dangerous: Alcohol or Drugs?

Posted January 5, 2016 | Reviewed by Ekua Hagan

Is there any difference between alcohol and other drugs? Both are mind-altering chemicals. Both are highly addictive. Both can be dangerous. They only differ in their legal status and social acceptability: alcohol is legal, and street drugs aren’t.

Because of this, alcohol is everywhere. It’s not only for sale at bars, but also at restaurants, gas stations, convenience stores, grocery stores, and all professional sports venues. You can’t watch television without seeing at least one beer, wine, or liquor commercial, promising alcohol will make you the most popular and desirable man or woman at any party.

The availability of alcohol is so commonplace most people don’t realize it’s a real drug. Alcohol has become the socially acceptable way to relax after work. I mean, it’s just a harmless stress-reliever, right?

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