That's Fit

In the U.S., the 21st birthday is a rite of passage of sorts and is commonly celebrated with a little (or a lot) of alcohol. But when researchers from the University of Missouri followed over 2,500 students for four years, they discovered a disturbing ritual was being used far more often than realized -- a game called "drink your age." A significant number of participants reported attempting to drink 21 drinks (usually in the form of shots) on their 21st birthday.

It's a dangerous game, one that can lead to alcohol poisoning and even death, and party-goers may not realize the danger they are putting themselves or their friends in.

Parents and loved ones can send a gentle reminder to their soon-to-be 21-year-old with an e-card from the group B.R.A.D. -- even anonymously if desired. B.R.A.D. was founded by family and friends of Bradley McCue, who died of alcohol poisoning on his 21st birthday after playing the "drink your age" game.