Alcohol & Health Effects
This is the term for a substance that slows down the central nervous system
depressant
This is the first stage of alcoholism, where a person begins to drink more than they should.
Problem Drinking
This term refers to drinking alcohol to the point where your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) becomes high enough to impair your abilities.
intoxication
What type of people are seen on advertisement for alcohol use?
Drinking too much alcohol in a short period of time is known as this
binge drinking
A person who becomes dependent on alcohol to cope with life stresses is most likely in this stage of alcoholism.
Absolute Dependence
The policy that sets the legal drinking age at 21 and doesn't allow alcohol consumption before that age is known as this.
Zero Tolerence
True or False: Beer companies only appeal to adults and not teenagers.
False
This condition is caused by drinking alcohol in large amounts over time and can lead to liver damage.
cirrhosis
This term refers to the strong craving or need for alcohol, especially during the later stages of alcoholism
addiction
When a person drinks alcohol regularly, their body can get used to it and need more to feel the same effects. This is called this
tolerance
True or False: Only adults drink alcohol
False
Drinking alcohol can cause this short-term effect, which may impair judgment, memory, and motor skills.
intoxication
In this final stage of alcoholism, the person may experience major health issues, including brain and liver damage
Late Stage of alcoholism.
This organ is most affected by long-term heavy drinking and can develop cirrhosis.
The Liver
Why do companies and media show a "positive" image of alcohol
To get consumers to buy it.
This condition is a result of drinking alcohol during pregnancy and can lead to developmental problems in the child.
fetal alcohol syndrome
This is a common treatment for alcoholism that involves the person admitting they have a problem and seeking professional help
Rehab
This is a disorder that occurs when drinking alcohol interferes with normal brain function and leads to long-term changes in behavior and memory.
Brain Damage
This type of media often uses celebrities and catchy slogans to persuade you to buy something
ads