Why is Alcohol Harmful
What is addiction?
A physical or psychological need for a drug like alcohol
What are blackouts
Alcohol-related short-term memory loss
In Stage Two of alcoholism, drinking causes a person to experience these periods where they cannot remember what happened
Blackouts
People who abuse alcohol are physically dependent on the drug
False
The very first step to getting help is overcoming this symptom, where a drinker refuses to admit they have a problem
denial
How much more likely are teens 15 and younger to become addicted to alcohol compared to older individuals
teen 15 and younger are four times more likely to become addicted
What are two common digestive symptoms of alcohol use
Nausea and vomiting
Over time, a drinker builds up tolerance, which means they need to drink more alcohol to get this
the same effect
Alcoholism is a progressive disease, meaning that over time, the disease gets like this.
worse
instead of hiding a family member's drinking, it is much better to do this with them
speak honestly
How much does underage drinking cost the U.S. national economy each year
More than $50 billion each year
What morning physical symptom shows alcohol distress
Shaking
In Stage Four, long-term drinking leads to severe malnutrition because the person stops doing this.
eating properly
A person has a pattern of alcohol abuse if their drinking causes serious problems within this specific time period
12 months
This professional gives emotional support and teaches patients how to stay completely alcohol-free
alcohol abuse counselor
What relationships are most damaged by alcohol addiction
with family and friends
How might an alcoholic react when confronted
In the final stage of long-term drinking, a person might suffer from these mental tricks where they see or hear things that aren't real.
hallusinations
One major symptom of alcohol abuse is continuing to drink even after it causes problems with these, such as fighting with family or losing friend
relationships
family members should avoid becoming "enablers," which means they should stop making excuses or doing this for the drinker
Lying
How does alcohol affect all areas of a person's life
It damages physical, mental, and social health
What short-term effect causes impaired thinking and disorientation
Confusion
Long-term heavy drinking can cause a person to lose their job because they lose interest in everything except alcohol, leading to trouble with money, work, and this
the law
Unlike someone who is just abusing alcohol, a person suffering from alcoholism has a body that has developed a physical need for the drug, which is called
physical dependence
If someone you know shows signs of depression or alcohol problems, the textbook advises you to talk to one of these right away
trusted adult