L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
is a drug is produced by chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and. grains
alcohol
is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriatly to situation
reaction time
cirrhosis
this is a physical or psychological need for a drug
addiction
is a gathering in which family and friends get the problem drinker to agree seek help
intervention
what age is it legal to drink alcohol
21 years old
what does BAC stand for
blood alcohol content
liver damage
how many stages of alcoholism are there
4
what is one resource for help
alcoholics anonymous
what is ir called to stay alcohol-free
abstaining
what is one risk of under age drinking
car accidents or legal troubles
what BAC level is considered legally intoxicated or drunk
0.08
the physical or psychological need for a drug
addiction
how can friends help someone
by encouraging them to seek help and being supportive
what is an alternative to drinking
sports and clubs
what is one short term affect of drinking alcohol
impaired judgment
how does alcohol affect the brain
it can impair cognitive function and memory
what is a chronic disease characterized by an inability to control drinking
alcoholism
what are some treatment options
why is alcohol considered a depressant
it slows down the bodies functions and reactions
what happens to coordination when you drink alcohol
it becomes impaired
how can alcohol affect mental health
it can lead to depression
what are two signs of abuse
neglecting responsibilities and continuing to drink despite problems
the physical process of freeing the body of alcolol is called
detoxification