Why is Alcohol Harmful
what is alcohol ?
alcohol is a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains.
the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations.
alcohol is addictive, and that means...
the person needs alcohol both physically and mentally
what is addiction?
physical or physiological need for a drug.
a gathering in which family and friends get together with the problem drinker and get them to seek help
what are depressants?
drugs that slow down the body and its functions
those who drink are more...
likely to fight or behave violently
what is fatty liver?
a condition in which fat builds up in the liver and cannot be broken down.
what is denial?
when a person has a hard time believing they have a problem, usually the last to admit they need help
what does relapse mean?
return to the use of a drug after trying to stop
what age is it legal to drink alcohol
21
what is malnutrition?
a conditition in which the body doesn't get the nutrients it needs to grow and function properly
whats cirrhosis ?
loss of control means?
unable to limit his or her drinking at any given occasion
what is recovery?
the process of learning to live an alcohol free life
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what does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Content
what is binge drinking?
the consumption of a large quantity of alcohol in a short period of time
tolerance means?
a process in which your body needs more and more of a drug to get the same effect
what does counseling mean?
to need outside help from counselors or support groups
what are alternatives?
other ways of thinking or acting
what is alcohol poisoning?
a dangerous condition that results when a person drinks excessive amounts of alcohol over a short period of time
a conscious or unconscious restraint of a persons own behaviors or actions.
what is physical dependence ?
the type of addiction in which the body itself feels a direct need for a drug
what does detoxification mean?
the physical process of freeing the body of an addictive substance.