In regard to the debate on anti-social behaviour, particularly in so far as it refers to the abuse of alcohol, it took a long time for the media to say enough was enough – that anti-social behaviour impacted on the whole community. A recent "Prime Time" programme brought us inside hospital emergency wards on a Saturday night. It was appalling to see what medical staff had to cope with. It was sad to see young people, particularly young females of 17 and 18 years, out of their minds. They were not the ones suffering; rather it was their parents, the ones left at home to worry about their offspring. The greatest nightmare for parents today is whether their children will succumb to the temptations. In fairness, most are doing everything that is possible; they are observing changes in lifestyle, personality and attitude which is vital because at that level and with the help of the community and Government many young people can be prevented from embarking on the road to addiction.