Tips for responsible party hosting
- Don’t plan potentially dangerous physical activities.
- Provide plenty of non-alcoholic beverages and food.
- Arrange transportation for guests.
- Call the police if someone insists on driving home after drinking – there is zero tolerance on alcohol intake when driving in Hungary.
- Look for signs of intoxication and have a plan to deal with anyone who drinks too much.
- Don’t let someone who is drunk leave alone.
Tips for safe(r) drinking
- Never accept drinks from strangers.
- If you leave a drink unattended, it’s safer to get a new one as drinks might get spiked with drugs.
- Know how much you can drink sensibly ... and stick to your limit.
- Never drink for the sake of drinking.
- Don't drink on an empty stomach.
- Pace yourself.
- Remember that alcohol lowers your guard and can seriously affect making safe judgements.
Recognise signs of alcohol problems
There can be changes in the person’s drinking pattern (volume, frequency), behaviour, personality – offer or ask for help to get him/her out of trouble.
Be aware of the consequences of alcohol overconsumption:
- memory loss
- involvement in violence
- getting into trouble with police
- medical treatment for overdose
- trying drugs
