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/^t/Whisky, vodka, beer or wine are said to be social drinks. Can you imagine a party without a single toast of brandy or martini? Unfortunately, for many, alcohol helps to get involved in a social conversation which would otherwise never come about. After a few drinks, even two strangers or enemies can easily communicate with each other, defending all the restraining barriers. In consequence, we are becoming a population of alcoholics who inevitably doom themselves to death. Because of the abuse of alcohol we are constantly breaking moral, social and humane norms. This, undoubtedly, has got an immediate and disturbing impact on the younger generations. No responsibility for our behaviour! No sober reflection!