In December 1917, the Eighteenth Amendment or Prohibition Act was passed, banning alcohol for American citizens. Thais was a major movement in United States history. Alcohol consumption increased significantly in the years following the Civil War, sparking a desire for change in America. Overall, alcohol consumption has caused a major upheaval among men and women living in their 20s. Research has shown that prohibition was caused by major social and financial problems, which led to negative economic effects and organized crime. The growing number of immigrants has led to increased urbanization across the United States, which has reportedly caused violence levels to skyrocket. The rapid industrialization that swept the country at the same time was a significant factor that led to the urbanization of America. The integration of opposing cultures and people caused conflict within communities: “More and more immigrants came to the United States and adopted an urban lifestyle. There were high crime rates and enforcement problems” (Dannenbaum). Some people blamed alcohol for the violence: "In the past, crime and alcohol were associated and it was believed that alcohol was the main source of evil power" (Dannenbaum). Many citizens believed that alcohol was a contributing factor in making poor decisions. People used this angle of violence and alcohol to pave the way for Prohibition. Many not only wanted a gradual decrease in the production and distribution of alcohol, but also wanted it to cease quickly and instantly. This was just one of the causes that led to prohibition. Outrage towards alcohol grew as citizens speculated that too many resources were being used to make alcohol, instead of contributing to other useful areas of daily life. ......the people who wanted prohibition, and those who didn't) reached a new level. Looking back in history shed light on the problems caused by Prohibition as well as its origins from which it stemmed. Society was pressured to make prohibition a reality, regardless of how it affected the law and the people living at that time. The propaganda, along with the openness of various people living in America, acted as a catalyst to also create the Eighteenth Amendment. Violence was also a major problem during this time due to excessive alcohol consumption: which led to the banning and restrictions placed on this dangerous drink. This has contributed greatly to causing problems within families across the country. Many viewed Prohibition as a law that infringed on the rights of citizens. Alcohol is a big industry and, as history has shown, when you take it away, the consequences are immense..