Why do people drink and drive?

People might drink and drive for a number of reasons including: They aren't aware they're drunk; They feel more confident after drinking and think they are capable of driving, even though they're really not; People think or hope they won't get caught; After drinking too much they're unable to make safe, responsible decisions and deal with complex problems.  more

because they feel invincible when they are drunk, or they say im not that drunk i can drive... basically the alcohol cuts the reasonable sense in their brain out and makes them completely STUPID!!!!!  more

A short poem for all those people who think it's okay to drink and drive. I went to a party and I remembered what you said. You told me not to drink, so I drank soda instead. I felt really proud inside, just the way you said I would. I didn't drink and drive, even though the others said I should. I know I did the right thing, 'cause I know you're always right. Now the dance is over, as everyone drives out of sight. As I got in my car, I knew I'd be okay. Because of the way you raised me, I'm as sober as the day. I started to move away, but as I pulled out of the drive, The other car didn't see me, and it hit me in the side. As I lie on the pavement, I heard the policeman say, The other guy is drunk, and now I'm the one who'll pay. As I lie here dying, I think, I wish you'd get here soon. How come this happened to me now, my life burst like a balloon. There is blood all around me, and most of it is mine. I hear the paramedic say, that I'll die in a very short time. I just want to tell ...  more