What are some symptoms of alcoholism a teen can have?

Misuse: Alcoholism by definition refers to misuse or abuse of alcohol. Since the legal age for drinking in most states is 21, any use of alcohol by a teen would be considered abuse. Even though it is and always has been a common occurence it is still abuse. Frequent use, minimizing use, or inability to control the amount used are signs that abuse/alcoholism may persist into adulthood.

Consequences: If the teen is having consequences related to his or her drinking, it is likely a problem. Consequences could vary from poor school performance, difficulties with peers and family members, to drinking and driving.