RJA #2b: Research Topic

I have decided to write about the legal drinking age in Scotland and whether it should remain at 18 or be increased to 21. It is a subject that I am interested in, but have little knowledge. I am not even sure about my own feelings on the matter. It is a subject that is often discussed in the media and by the Scottish Government. The change in age limit is being discussed to reduce the number of young teens drinking.

There are many proponents to raising the legal age of drinking alcohol in Scotland, or at least curbing what appears to be a growing problem of underage drinking, poor health and anti-social behavior caused by drinking. Many people are of the opinion that alchohol is too cheap and encourages unhealthy, underage drinking. Perhaps I could address the reasons for underage binge drinking.

I would like to gain an understanding of both points of view in this debate. Without knowing all points of view it is difficult to make a decision. I am not sure how much of a problem underage drinking is and how pervasive it is in my country. I would also like to know other options for solving the apparent problem.

RJA #2a: Possible Topics

• Nuclear Energy – good or bad?
• Legal Drinking Age in Scotland
• Is Global warming a Problem
• How To Deal with Immigration
• American Policy in Iraq

RJA #1: Areas of Academic Interest

* Global Warming - causes and solutions

* Conservation of Rain Forests

* Introduction of Renewable Energies

* Waste Management

* Industrial Design in The Home