AlcoholBY:TAYLOR TOMASETTI
What Is Alcohol?Alcohol is a considered a depressant
drugAlcohol is created through the process
of fermentation of grains, fruits and vegetables
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Binge Drinking
Bing drinking is defined as a BAC of .08 or higher
{BAC(Blood Alcohol Content)=How much alcohol is in your system
compared to your blood volume}For Men, a BAC of .08 or more will result after 5 or more
drinks with in a 2 hour periodFor Women, a BAC of .08 or more will result after 4 or
more drinks with in a 2 hour period
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Alcohol Poisoning Alcohol poisoning commonly is a result of binge drinking due to the large amount of alcohol consumed in a short period of
time.
Signs of alcohol poisoning:
ConfusionVomiting: extremely dangerous
if the person is not fully conscious because they have the potential to choke on their own vomit
Slow breathingPale skinInability to be awakened Reference 3
Why Do People Drink Alcohol?
Socialize
FunFit In
Peer Pressure
Relax
Like how it tastes
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Addicted
Do you know How Much Are You Drinking?
1 standard drink is equivalent to:
= 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol=12 ounces of beer=8 ounces of liquor=5 ounces of wine= or 1.5 ounces (a "shot") of 80-proof liquor
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Short-Term EffectsAlcohol has very immediate effects on the body. The effects will vary from person to
person. Common short-term effects include:
Impaired judgment, vision and hearing Difficulty breathing Headaches Vomiting Tiredness Slurred speech Reference
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Long-Term Effects Continuous consumption of alcohol can lead to very negative
affects for the entire body. Heart-related diseases
Liver disease Nerve damage
Ulcers Cancer
Brain damage Gastritis
Depression Reference 2
What is Alcoholism?
Alcoholism is characterized by a strong craving for alcohol, and continued use despite harm or personal injury
Alcoholics tend to have problems with relationships, and performing to the best of their ability at work/school
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How To Get HelpThere are many resources and supports that can offer help, but the first step is realizing that you have an addiction, and the willingness to make
changes!
Peer support groups are the leading source for alcoholics AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) is just one
very popular choice
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Quote!
“Alcohol kills more teenagers than all other drugs combined. It is a factor in the three leading causes
of death among 15- to 24-year-olds: accidents, homicides and suicides.”
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Discussion Question!
Have you ever, or known anyone who has ever experienced alcohol poisoning in the past? How did it affect them? If you had to take care of them, how did you handle it?
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alcohol/short-term-long-term-effects.html3.3. Tapert, S. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org/teen/drug_alcohol/alcohol/alcohol.html4.Miller , M. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://studenthealth.ucsf.edu/healthcare-services/drug-alcohol-consultation/alcohol-resources/why-do-i-drink5.CDC. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/binge-drinking.htm
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