Why Alcohol is Harmfun
A drug that slows down the body's functions and reactions.
Depressant
A condition in which the body does not get the nutrients it needs to grow and function properly.
Malnutrition
A disease that is characterized by scarring and eventually destroying the liver.
Cirrhosis
A person who creates an atmosphere in which the alcoholic can continue his or her behavior.
Enablers
A gathering in which family and friends get the problem drinking to agree to seek help.
Intervention
What is the legal age to consume alcohol?
21 years old
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Content
Does alcohol destroy brain cells?
yes
Are people who abuse alcohol physically dependent on the drug?
No (that's alcoholism)
What does being in denial mean?
refusing to admit something (in this case alcohol problems)
What is one positive alternative to drinking?
sports, hobbies, reading, writing, etc.
Is alcohol a fast acting drug or a slow acting drug?
Fast acting drug
What are ulcers?
sores that cause bleeding
What do people who are addicted to alcohol suffer from what?
Alcoholism
What is detoxification?
the physical process of freeing the body of an addictive substance
What kind of alcohol is produced by a chemical reaction called fermentation?
Ethanol
What is the legal intoxication percentage?
0.08
Is alcohol digested like other foods?
No, it is absorbed by tissues lining the mouth and stomach.
How many stages of alcoholism are there?
Four
What are some withdrawal symptoms?
headaches, tiredness, strong mood swings, nausea
What fraction of teen deaths relate to alcohol?
1/3
What percent of alcohol leaves the body when broken down by the liver?
90% (other 10% leaves by pores and breath)
What percent of traffic deaths relate to alcohol?
39%
How much money does underage drinking cost society per year?
50 billion dollars
What is an alcoholic at risk for if they have just one drink?
Relapse