is a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits vegtabales and grains
alchohol
is the ability of the body to respond quickly and apropriatly
reaction time
name one long-term effect.
liver damage.
this is a physical or physilogical need for a drug.
addiction.
what is one resource for help.
alcoholics anoymous.
how do deppresants affect the body?
slows down the body functions and reactions.
can be delayed if the person who drinks has eaten a heavy meal.
alcohol absortion
how does alcohol affect the brain.
it can impair cognitive function and memory.
what are two signs of abuse.
neglecting responsibilities and countinuing to drink despite problems.
what are some treatment options.
therapy support groups and rehabilitation programs.
what would teens probably say?
drinking will help me forget my problems
what is it called if you drink for a long time and your body doesnt give enough nutrition.
malnutrition.
what is it called when fats build up in the liver and cant be broken down.
fatty liver.
how many of stages of alcoholism are there.
4.
what is it called when someone returns to the use of a drug after attempting to stop.
relapse.
does alcohol affect the brain
true
what is one risk of underage drinking.
car accidents or legal troubles.
what disease causes scarring and distruction of the liver.
cirrhosis.
a type of addiction in which the body itslef feels a direct need for drug.
physical dependence.
what is the first step on the road to recovery from. being an alcoholic.
admission.
what alternitives can teens choose instead of alcohol?
interest in arts sports volenterring advocacy
what is a serious and potentially deadly condition from consuming too much alcohol.
alcohol posioning.
how can alcohol affect mental health.
it can lead to depression and anxiety disorders.
what is a process in which your body needs more of a drug to get the same effect.
tolerance.
the physical process of freeing the body of alcohol is called.
defoxication.