People drive drunk for all kinds of reasons. Researchers have found that alcohol releases endorphins in the brain, making a person feel good. In their intoxicated state, people may then believe that a serious accident will never happen to them.
Even given the prevalence of rideshare services, such as Uber or Lyft, to provide a safe way home, some choose to take the chance and drive. Maybe they drove to the bar and don’t want to leave their car unattended. Maybe they don’t want to pay the fare for a cab or rideshare service.
Drinking impairs judgment, so while these reasons don’t seem adequate to a sober mind, they may for someone under the influence of alcohol. With often devastating consequences. A serious drunk driving accident can result in traumatic injuries to the drunk driver and others on the road.