Drinking
What is the definition of Moderate Drinking for a female?
Consuming no more than one drink on the same occasion.
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration
What is the definition of Alcohol?
An addictive drug that is known as a depressant
What are two hangover symptons?
Tiredness, headaches, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, deizziness, difficulty sleeping, dehydration, shakiness, depression, anxiety, difficulty concentrating
Call this number immediately if you suspect a person is experiencing alcohol poisoning
911
What is the definition of Binge Drinking for a female?
Consuming four or more drinks
People who have a BAC of (what number) or above are cosnidered legally impaired
0.08
What is alcohol poisoning?
A medical emergency that occurs when a large amount of alcohol enters the bloodstream in a short period of time.
When someone is ? dependent on alcohol, this person needs to consume alcohol for the body to function normally
Physically
What is one sign of alcohol poisoning?
Mental confusion, stupor, coma, or inconsciousness
Vomiting and seisures
Slow or irregular breathing
Hypthermia (low body temperature, bluish skin color, and paleness)
What is the definition of Heavy Drinking for a female?
Drinking eight or more drinks in one week
What are two effect alcohol has on the brains function?
1. Difficulty concentrating changes in mood reduced inhabitation
2. Memory loss or blackout
3. Low body temperature
4. Drowsiness and slowed response rate
5. Impaired vision
6. Loss of balance and stumbling
? is the self-control that keeps people from taking dangerous risks
Inhabition
A ? dependence on alcohol is the craving and anxiety a person feels when not using or trying to quit the substance
Physchological
About how many people die from alcohol-related causes each year?
Around 88,000 people