This document contains information from an online course about alcohol, its effects, risks of misuse, and strategies for responsible use. It includes topics like how alcohol affects the body and brain, risks of binge drinking and alcohol poisoning, effects of mixing alcohol with other drugs, and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Students are directed to multiple online resources and asked questions to check their understanding of concepts covered.
This presentation discusses the myths and realities of college drinking. It aims to dispel common misconceptions students have by providing data on actual drinking behaviors and consequences. The document covers topics like alcohol's effects on the body, metabolism of alcohol in the body, signs of alcohol poisoning, and risks of high-risk drinking like injury, assault and academic problems. The goal is to help students make safer choices around alcohol use.
Alcohol addiction is a growing problem that can seriously impact health and relationships. Drinking is common at social events but can damage the body, such as the heart, liver, and brain, and cause issues like cancer or cirrhosis. Alcohol abuse puts people at risk for car accidents, domestic violence, and fetal alcohol syndrome, and children of alcoholics are more likely to experience abuse and neglect. While some drink to relax or have fun, it is important to understand the consequences of alcohol and make responsible choices.
1. The document provides information about alcohol use and abuse, including definitions, health risks, laws, and guidelines. It aims to educate college students about making responsible decisions regarding alcohol.
2. Key statistics are presented, such as binge drinking being most common among ages 18-20 and alcohol poisoning being a medical emergency. Consequences of irresponsible drinking discussed include accidents, injuries, addiction, and legal penalties.
3. Resources for alcohol abuse problems are listed, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, and national hotlines. The document encourages seeking help if needed.
This document discusses the health risks of alcohol consumption and provides information about different types of alcoholic beverages. It notes that while most Canadians drink alcohol in moderation, excessive drinking can negatively impact health and cause issues like motor vehicle accidents. Both short-term and long-term health effects of alcohol are described, including increased risk of diseases like cancer and brain damage. The document also covers specific alcoholic drinks like beer, vodka, rum, tequila, wine, schnapps, gin, and whisky.
This document discusses alcohol and its effects on teens. It provides information on what is contained in different types of alcohol, factors that influence alcohol absorption, reasons why teens drink, and how blood alcohol content affects individuals. Advertisements are aimed at making drinking seem problem-free and attractive to teens. The document warns that alcohol can negatively impact school, relationships, and goals for teens and that over 300,000 college students are at risk of alcohol-related death or dropping out due to drinking.
This document provides information about alcohol, including its common names, how it is made and consumed, its short-term and long-term health effects, risks of drinking during pregnancy and teenage years, prohibition in the United States, and where to seek help for alcoholism. It notes that alcohol is a depressant that can cause issues like blurred vision, slurred speech and liver disease with long-term use. It also discusses the risks of drinking and driving accidents among teenagers.
The document discusses adolescent alcohol abuse and its effects. It covers the challenges of adolescence and how alcohol abuse can stem from social pressures. Data shows high rates of underage drinking and binge drinking. Short term effects include poor academics and risky behaviors, while long term effects comprise health issues, addiction, and limited opportunities. The document provides resources for treatment and support.
- The document discusses the harmful effects of alcohol on health, including its impact as a depressant on the brain and nervous system, short and long term health risks, and damage to the liver over time.
- Long term alcohol abuse can seriously damage the liver, potentially causing cirrhosis or scarring of the liver tissue and preventing it from functioning properly.
- Alcoholism is characterized as both a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol that can impair one's ability to work, study, and socialize normally.
This presentation discusses the myths and realities of college drinking. It aims to dispel common misconceptions students have by providing data on actual drinking behaviors and consequences. The document covers topics like alcohol's effects on the body, metabolism of alcohol in the body, signs of alcohol poisoning, and risks of high-risk drinking like injury, assault and academic problems. The goal is to help students make safer choices around alcohol use.
Alcohol addiction is a growing problem that can seriously impact health and relationships. Drinking is common at social events but can damage the body, such as the heart, liver, and brain, and cause issues like cancer or cirrhosis. Alcohol abuse puts people at risk for car accidents, domestic violence, and fetal alcohol syndrome, and children of alcoholics are more likely to experience abuse and neglect. While some drink to relax or have fun, it is important to understand the consequences of alcohol and make responsible choices.
1. The document provides information about alcohol use and abuse, including definitions, health risks, laws, and guidelines. It aims to educate college students about making responsible decisions regarding alcohol.
2. Key statistics are presented, such as binge drinking being most common among ages 18-20 and alcohol poisoning being a medical emergency. Consequences of irresponsible drinking discussed include accidents, injuries, addiction, and legal penalties.
3. Resources for alcohol abuse problems are listed, including Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, and national hotlines. The document encourages seeking help if needed.
This document discusses the health risks of alcohol consumption and provides information about different types of alcoholic beverages. It notes that while most Canadians drink alcohol in moderation, excessive drinking can negatively impact health and cause issues like motor vehicle accidents. Both short-term and long-term health effects of alcohol are described, including increased risk of diseases like cancer and brain damage. The document also covers specific alcoholic drinks like beer, vodka, rum, tequila, wine, schnapps, gin, and whisky.
This document discusses alcohol and its effects on teens. It provides information on what is contained in different types of alcohol, factors that influence alcohol absorption, reasons why teens drink, and how blood alcohol content affects individuals. Advertisements are aimed at making drinking seem problem-free and attractive to teens. The document warns that alcohol can negatively impact school, relationships, and goals for teens and that over 300,000 college students are at risk of alcohol-related death or dropping out due to drinking.
This document provides information about alcohol, including its common names, how it is made and consumed, its short-term and long-term health effects, risks of drinking during pregnancy and teenage years, prohibition in the United States, and where to seek help for alcoholism. It notes that alcohol is a depressant that can cause issues like blurred vision, slurred speech and liver disease with long-term use. It also discusses the risks of drinking and driving accidents among teenagers.
The document discusses adolescent alcohol abuse and its effects. It covers the challenges of adolescence and how alcohol abuse can stem from social pressures. Data shows high rates of underage drinking and binge drinking. Short term effects include poor academics and risky behaviors, while long term effects comprise health issues, addiction, and limited opportunities. The document provides resources for treatment and support.
- The document discusses the harmful effects of alcohol on health, including its impact as a depressant on the brain and nervous system, short and long term health risks, and damage to the liver over time.
- Long term alcohol abuse can seriously damage the liver, potentially causing cirrhosis or scarring of the liver tissue and preventing it from functioning properly.
- Alcoholism is characterized as both a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol that can impair one's ability to work, study, and socialize normally.
Alcohol affects many parts of the body. It initially causes an energizing effect but is actually a depressant that slows the central nervous system. As more alcohol is consumed, it impairs judgment, motor skills, and can lead to intoxication or even loss of consciousness. The liver works to break down alcohol but drinking too much overwhelms this system. Long term heavy use can damage the liver and brain. Fetal alcohol syndrome may also result if a pregnant woman drinks.
This document discusses various topics related to alcohol, including:
1. Different types of alcoholic beverages such as wine, beer, whiskey, rum, brandy, gin and liqueurs.
2. Health effects of alcohol consumption including alcoholism, alcohol withdrawal, and how alcohol is processed by the body.
3. Social impacts of excessive alcohol use such as increased accidents, crime, and health issues.
4. Treatment and prevention of alcohol dependence and abuse. The challenges of managing problem drinking aboard ships are also covered.
This document discusses the effects of alcohol consumption and provides information about blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. It notes that BAC is the only reliable way to determine how drunk someone is, and lists expected BAC levels for males and females of different weights after consuming various numbers of drinks. The summary describes impaired functioning at different BAC levels and risks of blackouts, injury, and death at very high BACs above 0.30%.
- Alcohol is created through fermentation and is a depressant that affects the central nervous system. It can impair coordination and concentration.
- Teens sometimes drink out of curiosity, to relax, fit in, or seem older. However, underage drinking is illegal and can negatively impact health, safety, and development.
- Drinking too much can cause intoxication, poisoning, and long-term health issues like cirrhosis or fetal alcohol syndrome. Factors like how fast one drinks and genetics affect individual reactions. Dependence and addiction are also risks, as is withdrawal without treatment.
The document discusses alcohol use among college students, noting that 50% drink monthly with 30% being risky drinkers. It outlines biological differences that make women more vulnerable than men to alcohol's effects. The author provides information on standard drink sizes, the effects of alcohol at different blood alcohol concentrations, and risks of binge drinking and combining substances.
Alcoholism has existed throughout history in ancient civilizations like Egypt, China, India, Babylon, Greece, and the Islamic world. Approximately one in four children are exposed to family alcoholism or addiction before age 18, and drinking during pregnancy means the baby drinks as well. Excessive alcohol consumption can harm people psychologically and mentally, increasing risks of accidents, assaults, and even death due to alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.
The document discusses the reasons why people both choose to drink alcohol and choose to abstain. It then provides information on how alcohol passes through the body and is processed by the liver. Several factors that can influence how alcohol affects individuals are outlined, including body weight, food consumption, amount consumed, and expectations. Common effects of alcohol are listed, such as lowered inhibitions, impaired thinking and physical skills, diseases, tolerance, changes in body temperature, and hangovers. Treatment options for alcoholism are also briefly discussed.
The document discusses several negative effects of underage drinking including:
1) Brain damage can occur from drinking alcohol at a young age due to shrinking of the brain over time which can lead to memory loss later in life.
2) Teenage drinking can result in alcohol-related accidents that kill over 8 teenagers every day and account for around 2,000 deaths of people under 21 annually.
3) Underage drinking is associated with risks like unprotected sex, substance abuse, violence, and depression which sometimes leads to suicide.
The document provides information about alcohol, including its effects on the body and brain, reasons why teens may drink, and reasons they should not drink. It explains that alcohol is created through fermentation and affects the central nervous system. Some reasons teens drink include curiosity, fitting in, and reducing stress. However, drinking as a teen puts one at risk of legal and health problems, poor school performance, unsafe sex, injury, and addiction. Regular heavy drinking as a teen can also lead to long term health issues.
Alcohol is forbidden in Islam for several reasons. It can impair judgment and cause people to forget their prayers or do harmful things they would normally avoid. Drinking too much can damage health over time through addiction, liver disease, or cancer. While alcohol may seem to provide benefits of sociability, its harms far outweigh any benefits. This is why Muslims are instructed to abstain completely according to clear warnings in the Quran and hadith.
This document discusses alcoholism and the effects of alcohol consumption. It describes alcohol as ethanol produced through fermentation of foods like grapes or barley with sugar and yeast. The effects of alcohol include sociological, physiological, and psychological impacts. Sociological effects involve negative impacts to personality and increased likelihood of domestic violence. Physiological effects involve damage to cells over time that can lead to issues like liver sclerosis. Psychological effects include temporary relief of emotions that can later cause confusion or psychosis with heavy drinking.
Alcohol consumption can have wide-ranging physiological, psychological, social, and religious impacts. Physiologically, alcohol is a toxin that can damage organs like the liver and brain with both short and long-term use. Psychologically, alcoholism involves the powerful addiction, rationalization of use, and denial of problems. Religiously, most major faiths prohibit alcohol due to its intoxicating effects and role in sin. Socially, alcoholism can negatively impact individuals, families, and entire communities through issues like crime, health costs, and loss of productivity.
This document discusses alcoholism and the causes and types of alcoholism. It notes that there is no single cause of alcoholism but that psychological factors like anxiety relief and low self-esteem, as well as social factors like social acceptance of drinking, may play a role in its development. Genetics and social environment can also influence alcoholism. The document outlines different types of drinkers, including moderate drinkers, regular drinkers, and alcoholics characterized by physical and mental dependence on alcohol.
The document discusses the causes of alcoholism according to a group project. It lists several potential factors, including genetics, psychological factors like anxiety relief, social factors like peer pressure, and using alcohol to cope with personal problems. It also describes different types of drinkers from moderate to dependent. For young people, alcohol is used as a way to reduce inhibitions and fit in socially. The main reasons youth consume alcohol is the belief that it leads to positive effects like joy and social integration with peers.
This document discusses alcohol dependence and addiction. It begins by noting that alcohol addiction among youth is increasing. It then outlines the stages of addiction from initiation to dependence. It describes the tremendous negative impacts of alcohol dependence on physical and mental health as well as relationships and finances. It discusses preventive measures that can be taken at home, school, work and through legislation to curb alcohol abuse and addiction. The conclusion emphasizes that reducing alcohol harm requires tailored policies and monitoring systems in different societies.
Drinking alcohol before the age of 21 can have negative health, behavioral, and social consequences. It can damage brain cells and memory, leading to problems with understanding and cognition. It increases the risk of car accidents, as teens who drink are twice as likely to be in crashes. Drinking is also linked to risky sexual behavior and assault. While some argue the drinking age should be lowered to match smoking and voting ages, drinking poses unique risks to health and safety that smoking and voting do not. Thus, maintaining the legal drinking age at 21 helps reduce these risks and consequences.
The document discusses the harmful effects of smoking and alcohol addiction. It notes that tobacco contains over 4,000 chemicals, including tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide and other toxic substances. Smoking is linked to numerous cancers and respiratory, cardiovascular and reproductive illnesses. The document also discusses how alcoholism is a disease influenced by genetics and psychiatric issues. Teenage drinking is especially dangerous as it can impact brain development and learning. Both smoking and alcohol abuse financially and emotionally damage families.
This document discusses signs of stress, types of stress (good vs bad), and risks of alcohol, drugs, gambling among youth. It notes that while not all youth engage in these behaviors, alcohol is the most commonly used substance. When youth drink, they tend to drink more heavily than adults. The document outlines reasons why teens may use substances like fitting in or coping with stress, and health risks of underage drinking and driving like traffic accidents. It provides statistics on substance use rates in Canada and BC and laws around drinking and driving.
This document provides information about inhalant use, including its risks, effects, and who should be especially careful around inhalants. It notes that inhalant use among youth increased in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Short term effects include intoxication, but long term use can cause permanent brain and organ damage or even death. While psychological dependence can occur, physical dependence is relatively uncommon, though withdrawal symptoms may include depression, anxiety, or nausea. Pregnant women, alcoholics, athletes, the elderly, and those taking depressants should be especially cautious around inhalants.
Reviews the effects of alcohol, binge drinking, signs of alcohol poisoning, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other effects. Continuing Education for mental health and substance abuse counselors and therapists.
Alcohol affects many parts of the body. It initially causes an energizing effect but is actually a depressant that slows the central nervous system. As more alcohol is consumed, it impairs judgment, motor skills, and can lead to intoxication or even loss of consciousness. The liver works to break down alcohol but drinking too much overwhelms this system. Long term heavy use can damage the liver and brain. Fetal alcohol syndrome may also result if a pregnant woman drinks.
This document discusses various topics related to alcohol, including:
1. Different types of alcoholic beverages such as wine, beer, whiskey, rum, brandy, gin and liqueurs.
2. Health effects of alcohol consumption including alcoholism, alcohol withdrawal, and how alcohol is processed by the body.
3. Social impacts of excessive alcohol use such as increased accidents, crime, and health issues.
4. Treatment and prevention of alcohol dependence and abuse. The challenges of managing problem drinking aboard ships are also covered.
This document discusses the effects of alcohol consumption and provides information about blood alcohol content (BAC) levels. It notes that BAC is the only reliable way to determine how drunk someone is, and lists expected BAC levels for males and females of different weights after consuming various numbers of drinks. The summary describes impaired functioning at different BAC levels and risks of blackouts, injury, and death at very high BACs above 0.30%.
- Alcohol is created through fermentation and is a depressant that affects the central nervous system. It can impair coordination and concentration.
- Teens sometimes drink out of curiosity, to relax, fit in, or seem older. However, underage drinking is illegal and can negatively impact health, safety, and development.
- Drinking too much can cause intoxication, poisoning, and long-term health issues like cirrhosis or fetal alcohol syndrome. Factors like how fast one drinks and genetics affect individual reactions. Dependence and addiction are also risks, as is withdrawal without treatment.
The document discusses alcohol use among college students, noting that 50% drink monthly with 30% being risky drinkers. It outlines biological differences that make women more vulnerable than men to alcohol's effects. The author provides information on standard drink sizes, the effects of alcohol at different blood alcohol concentrations, and risks of binge drinking and combining substances.
Alcoholism has existed throughout history in ancient civilizations like Egypt, China, India, Babylon, Greece, and the Islamic world. Approximately one in four children are exposed to family alcoholism or addiction before age 18, and drinking during pregnancy means the baby drinks as well. Excessive alcohol consumption can harm people psychologically and mentally, increasing risks of accidents, assaults, and even death due to alcohol poisoning or drunk driving.
The document discusses the reasons why people both choose to drink alcohol and choose to abstain. It then provides information on how alcohol passes through the body and is processed by the liver. Several factors that can influence how alcohol affects individuals are outlined, including body weight, food consumption, amount consumed, and expectations. Common effects of alcohol are listed, such as lowered inhibitions, impaired thinking and physical skills, diseases, tolerance, changes in body temperature, and hangovers. Treatment options for alcoholism are also briefly discussed.
The document discusses several negative effects of underage drinking including:
1) Brain damage can occur from drinking alcohol at a young age due to shrinking of the brain over time which can lead to memory loss later in life.
2) Teenage drinking can result in alcohol-related accidents that kill over 8 teenagers every day and account for around 2,000 deaths of people under 21 annually.
3) Underage drinking is associated with risks like unprotected sex, substance abuse, violence, and depression which sometimes leads to suicide.
The document provides information about alcohol, including its effects on the body and brain, reasons why teens may drink, and reasons they should not drink. It explains that alcohol is created through fermentation and affects the central nervous system. Some reasons teens drink include curiosity, fitting in, and reducing stress. However, drinking as a teen puts one at risk of legal and health problems, poor school performance, unsafe sex, injury, and addiction. Regular heavy drinking as a teen can also lead to long term health issues.
Alcohol is forbidden in Islam for several reasons. It can impair judgment and cause people to forget their prayers or do harmful things they would normally avoid. Drinking too much can damage health over time through addiction, liver disease, or cancer. While alcohol may seem to provide benefits of sociability, its harms far outweigh any benefits. This is why Muslims are instructed to abstain completely according to clear warnings in the Quran and hadith.
This document discusses alcoholism and the effects of alcohol consumption. It describes alcohol as ethanol produced through fermentation of foods like grapes or barley with sugar and yeast. The effects of alcohol include sociological, physiological, and psychological impacts. Sociological effects involve negative impacts to personality and increased likelihood of domestic violence. Physiological effects involve damage to cells over time that can lead to issues like liver sclerosis. Psychological effects include temporary relief of emotions that can later cause confusion or psychosis with heavy drinking.
Alcohol consumption can have wide-ranging physiological, psychological, social, and religious impacts. Physiologically, alcohol is a toxin that can damage organs like the liver and brain with both short and long-term use. Psychologically, alcoholism involves the powerful addiction, rationalization of use, and denial of problems. Religiously, most major faiths prohibit alcohol due to its intoxicating effects and role in sin. Socially, alcoholism can negatively impact individuals, families, and entire communities through issues like crime, health costs, and loss of productivity.
This document discusses alcoholism and the causes and types of alcoholism. It notes that there is no single cause of alcoholism but that psychological factors like anxiety relief and low self-esteem, as well as social factors like social acceptance of drinking, may play a role in its development. Genetics and social environment can also influence alcoholism. The document outlines different types of drinkers, including moderate drinkers, regular drinkers, and alcoholics characterized by physical and mental dependence on alcohol.
The document discusses the causes of alcoholism according to a group project. It lists several potential factors, including genetics, psychological factors like anxiety relief, social factors like peer pressure, and using alcohol to cope with personal problems. It also describes different types of drinkers from moderate to dependent. For young people, alcohol is used as a way to reduce inhibitions and fit in socially. The main reasons youth consume alcohol is the belief that it leads to positive effects like joy and social integration with peers.
This document discusses alcohol dependence and addiction. It begins by noting that alcohol addiction among youth is increasing. It then outlines the stages of addiction from initiation to dependence. It describes the tremendous negative impacts of alcohol dependence on physical and mental health as well as relationships and finances. It discusses preventive measures that can be taken at home, school, work and through legislation to curb alcohol abuse and addiction. The conclusion emphasizes that reducing alcohol harm requires tailored policies and monitoring systems in different societies.
Drinking alcohol before the age of 21 can have negative health, behavioral, and social consequences. It can damage brain cells and memory, leading to problems with understanding and cognition. It increases the risk of car accidents, as teens who drink are twice as likely to be in crashes. Drinking is also linked to risky sexual behavior and assault. While some argue the drinking age should be lowered to match smoking and voting ages, drinking poses unique risks to health and safety that smoking and voting do not. Thus, maintaining the legal drinking age at 21 helps reduce these risks and consequences.
The document discusses the harmful effects of smoking and alcohol addiction. It notes that tobacco contains over 4,000 chemicals, including tar, nicotine, carbon monoxide and other toxic substances. Smoking is linked to numerous cancers and respiratory, cardiovascular and reproductive illnesses. The document also discusses how alcoholism is a disease influenced by genetics and psychiatric issues. Teenage drinking is especially dangerous as it can impact brain development and learning. Both smoking and alcohol abuse financially and emotionally damage families.
This document discusses signs of stress, types of stress (good vs bad), and risks of alcohol, drugs, gambling among youth. It notes that while not all youth engage in these behaviors, alcohol is the most commonly used substance. When youth drink, they tend to drink more heavily than adults. The document outlines reasons why teens may use substances like fitting in or coping with stress, and health risks of underage drinking and driving like traffic accidents. It provides statistics on substance use rates in Canada and BC and laws around drinking and driving.
This document provides information about inhalant use, including its risks, effects, and who should be especially careful around inhalants. It notes that inhalant use among youth increased in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Short term effects include intoxication, but long term use can cause permanent brain and organ damage or even death. While psychological dependence can occur, physical dependence is relatively uncommon, though withdrawal symptoms may include depression, anxiety, or nausea. Pregnant women, alcoholics, athletes, the elderly, and those taking depressants should be especially cautious around inhalants.
Reviews the effects of alcohol, binge drinking, signs of alcohol poisoning, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and other effects. Continuing Education for mental health and substance abuse counselors and therapists.
The document provides information about hallucinogenic drugs including LSD, PCP, MDMA, and their effects. It discusses how hallucinogens affect neurotransmitter systems in the brain, their physical and psychological effects, risks of flashbacks and bad trips, and implications for employment if usage is disclosed. The purpose is to educate students on the consequences of hallucinogen use through summaries of different drugs and trends in use.
This document provides an overview of information on stimulants, including their effects, risks of overdose and withdrawal, responsible use, and alternatives to stimulant drugs. It discusses several types of stimulants like amphetamines, caffeine, decongestants, cocaine, and methamphetamines. It aims to educate users on stimulant interactions and symptoms of toxicity while motivating informed choices around stimulant use.
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This document provides information about opiates and their use and consequences. It aims to educate students about opiates, their effects including overdose and withdrawal symptoms, and risks of mixing opiates with other substances. It also discusses treatment options for opiate addiction like methadone and related misconceptions.
This document provides information about the dangers of underage drinking. It outlines short-term effects like loss of coordination and long-term effects like addiction. Binge drinking and alcohol poisoning are defined. Reasons why teens drink include curiosity and fitting in. Parents can prevent underage drinking by talking to their kids, knowing the warning signs of use, and being role models who don't condone underage drinking.
Alcohol is created through fermentation and affects the central nervous system as a depressant. While some teens drink out of curiosity or to fit in, drinking has significant health and legal risks for teens. Long term heavy drinking can lead to health issues like alcoholism, alcohol poisoning, and cirrhosis of the liver.
The document discusses various topics related to alcohol and drug abuse including:
- Alcohol is widely used but can lead to alcoholism which impacts an estimated 10-15 million Americans each year.
- Both small and large amounts of alcohol can impact physical and mental health, with too much often leading to problems.
- Drug and alcohol abuse is a serious public health issue, especially among youth.
- Signs of alcoholism and withdrawal symptoms are described.
- Binge drinking, especially among young people, can negatively impact brain development and function.
- Drug abuse is defined and commonly abused drugs are listed along with potential harms.
- Alcohol and drug abuse in the workplace lowers productivity and increases costs to employers
Fermentation by yeast or bacteria converts sugars in grains, fruits, or vegetables into alcohol. Teenagers should be concerned about drinking alcohol because their developing brains can be greatly affected when alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream and impacts the central nervous system. Underage drinking can lead to fines, jail time, or DUI charges under Pennsylvania law even at low blood alcohol levels, and drinking does not make teens appear cool but can cause bad consequences.
Alcohol is created through the fermentation of grains, fruits, or vegetables by yeast or bacteria. It acts as a depressant in the body by slowing the central nervous system and blocking messages to the brain, altering perceptions and movements. Intoxication occurs at higher levels and can cause issues like loss of coordination and aggression. Alcohol poisoning is a dangerous result of consuming too much alcohol too quickly and can potentially lead to death. Blood alcohol concentration measures the level of alcohol in the blood, with higher levels impairing functions and lower levels potentially causing unconsciousness or death.
Alcohol is a depressant that is produced through fermentation and distillation. It is consumed for curiosity, socialization, and stress relief initially but can lead to addiction. Alcoholism is characterized by compulsive consumption that harms one's health, relationships, and standing. India has a large alcohol industry and consumption is increasing, especially among youth and women. Chronic alcohol abuse can damage organs and brain function while acute effects include impaired thinking and risk of alcohol poisoning. Treatment focuses on counseling and support groups to help people stop drinking.
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The document discusses what alcohol is, how it affects the body, why teens drink, and the health risks of underage drinking. It notes that alcohol is created through fermentation and acts as a depressant on the central nervous system. The summary also highlights some of the risks of underage drinking such as health problems, unsafe sex, injuries, and legal issues.
The document discusses the history of alcohol use and its place in Christianity. It then discusses high cultural acceptance of alcohol today compared to its effects, including that many people drink to cope with stress or emotions. The document outlines how alcohol travels through the body and its acute and long term health effects. It discusses factors like age, gender, and drinking habits that influence health risks and provides recommendations for low risk drinking.
Binge drinking has become epidemic in the US, responsible for over half of all alcohol consumption and one in ten adult deaths each year. When alcohol is consumed, it is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream and impacts many body systems. Initially, it causes feelings of euphoria by increasing serotonin and endorphins, but later leads to impaired motor skills and judgment as it interferes with brain neurotransmitters. Excessive drinking can overwhelm the liver's ability to break down alcohol safely, potentially causing alcohol poisoning, coma or death. Long-term binge drinking is linked to serious health issues like liver disease, brain damage and various cancers. To curb this epidemic, increased education about risks and policy changes like higher alcohol taxes
Alcohol use disorder refers to a pattern of excessive drinking that results in adverse health and social consequences. Alcohol abuse is when a person drinks alcohol to help change how they feel and gets complaints about their drinking. Alcohol dependence involves craving alcohol, impaired control over drinking, withdrawal symptoms when stopping, and needing more alcohol to feel its effects. Heavy or binge drinking can damage one's health by affecting the gastrointestinal, central nervous, and cardiovascular systems and increase risks of injuries, violence and accidents.
This document discusses dementia case management. It begins by outlining the objectives of reviewing dementia symptoms, differentiating dementia from normal aging, examining types of dementia, identifying causes and preventative factors, and exploring needs of people with dementia and their caregivers. It then provides extensive details on dementia symptoms, types, causes, progression, prevention strategies, and the roles of a multidisciplinary care team.
This document discusses different types of anger such as irritation, resentment, envy, and guilt. It explores the function of anger as a response to threats and identifies common threat themes. Different activities are provided to help identify triggers of anger and the threats underlying resentment, envy, guilt, and regret in order to address them in a way that promotes well-being. Forgiveness is presented as a means of letting go of anger and reclaiming one's power.
This document discusses anxiety, its causes, symptoms, and interventions. It begins by reviewing the objectives of exploring anxiety symptoms, impacts, and prevention/intervention strategies. It then discusses how anxiety can be debilitating and a trigger for addiction relapse, depression, and other issues. The document outlines biological, psychological, and social factors that can contribute to anxiety. It provides details on symptoms of generalized anxiety in adults and children. Finally, it discusses various biological, psychological, and social intervention strategies to reduce anxiety, including improving sleep, nutrition, cognitive restructuring, relaxation techniques, and developing supportive relationships.
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week in the form of live webinars (https://allceus.com/webinar ) and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week in the form of live webinars (https://allceus.com/webinar ) and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
This document provides an overview of kink and discusses topics relevant for therapists working with clients involved in kink. It defines kink, explores various kink activities and dynamics, discusses prevalence and models of treatment. The PLISSIT model and Johari window are presented as frameworks for therapists. Guidelines are provided for assessing clients in a kink-aware and non-judgmental manner. Countertransference, disclosure processes, and community resources are also reviewed.
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week in the form of live webinars (https://allceus.com/webinar ) and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week in the form of live webinars (https://allceus.com/webinar ) and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
This document discusses 20 ways to nurture children's mental health. It covers physical, environmental, interpersonal, emotional, and cognitive strategies. Specifically, it recommends ensuring children get enough sleep, exercise, nutrition, and relaxation. It also stresses the importance of structure, safety, communication skills, problem solving, and identifying cognitive distortions. The overall goal is to help children feel safe, competent, and confident.
This document outlines 13 brief interventions that can be used in counseling sessions to help clients. It begins by discussing the benefits of brief interventions such as reducing no-shows, increasing treatment engagement and compliance. It then describes goals and target symptoms for brief interventions before detailing each of the 13 interventions. The interventions include techniques like backward chaining, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, guided imagery and distress tolerance. In under 3 sentences, the document provides an overview of research-based brief therapy techniques counselors can use to efficiently help clients meet treatment goals.
This document discusses elements of motivational interventions and principles of motivational interviewing. It defines motivation as a dynamic state influenced by emotional, cognitive, social and environmental factors. The document outlines six characteristics of motivation and identifies the three critical elements of motivation as willingness, ability and readiness. It reviews five principles of motivational interviewing and five elements of motivational approaches, including the FRAMES model. Various activities and techniques for enhancing client motivation are provided, such as decisional balance exercises, developing discrepancies between goals and behavior, and maintaining personal contact.
The document examines the biopsychosocial impact of addiction and mental health disorders. It discusses how these issues affect individuals biologically through imbalances in neurotransmitters leading to issues like disrupted sleep and fatigue, psychologically through feelings of hopelessness and guilt, and socially through isolation and loss of relationships. A holistic approach is needed to address the biological, psychological, and social aspects, as it is difficult to address one area when others are impacted.
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
Sally, a 49-year-old woman, has experienced increasing anxiety, sleep difficulties, and panic attacks over the past 6 months. She was prescribed Xanax by her doctor but stopped taking it due to rebound anxiety. Her sleep, nutrition, pain levels, libido, and cognitive patterns were assessed using the PACER method. She reports stress, worry, and difficulty concentrating associated with family, health, and financial concerns. Recommendations included improving sleep hygiene, managing stress and anxiety, and following up with her primary care doctor.
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes produces 2 episodes each week and offers CEUs based on the podcast at AllCEUs.com/counselortoolbox
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If you see any of these symptoms in someone who has been drinking, get medical help as soon as possible. What To Do Call an ambulance. Roll the person on their side into the recovery position so they will not choke if they vomit. Do not leave the person alone. Stay with them and monitor their breathing until medical help arrives. If you are not sure what to do, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. GET HELP if you suspect an alcohol overdose, even if the person is underage. The Recovery Position If someone passes out from drinking too much, you can help by positioning them in the recovery position so they won’t choke if they vomit. You may not think they have had too much to drink, but they may have combined alcohol with other drugs or may have a medical condition you’re not aware of. FOLLOW THESE STEPS Raise the person’s closest arm above their head. Prepare the person to roll toward you. Gently roll the person’s entire body toward you. Guard the person’s head while you roll them. Tilt the person’s head to maintain an open airway. Tuck the person’s nearest hand under their cheek to help maintain the head’s tilt. Do not leave the person alone. Stay with them until medical help arrives. The exact positioning of the person is less important than the purpose of the recovery position, which is to keep the airway open so fluids (vomit) can drain from the mouth.
Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Max Bayard, M.D., Jonah Mcintyre, M.D., Keith R. Hill, M.D., and Jack Woodside, Jr., M.D., East Tennessee State University, James H. Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, Tennessee Am Fam Physician. 2004 Mar 15;69(6):1443-1450. The spectrum of alcohol withdrawal symptoms ranges from such minor symptoms as insomnia and tremulousness to severe complications such as withdrawal seizures and delirium tremens. Although the history and physical examination usually are sufficient to diagnose alcohol withdrawal syndrome, other conditions may present with similar symptoms. Most patients undergoing alcohol withdrawal can be treated safely and effectively as outpatients. Pharmacologic treatment involves the use of medications that are cross-tolerant with alcohol. Benzodiazepines, the agents of choice, may be administered on a fixed or symptom-triggered schedule. Carbamazepine is an appropriate alternative to a benzodiazepine in the outpatient treatment of patients with mild to moderate alcohol withdrawal symptoms. Medications such as haloperidol, beta blockers, clonidine, and phenytoin may be used as adjuncts to a benzodiazepine in the treatment of complications of withdrawal. Treatment of alcohol withdrawal should be followed by treatment for alcohol dependence. Withdrawal Symptoms The spectrum of withdrawal symptoms and the time range for the appearance of these symptoms after cessation of alcohol use are listed in Table 2 . Generally, the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal relate proportionately to the amount of alcoholic intake and the duration of a patient’s recent drinking habit. Most patients have a similar spectrum of symptoms with each episode of alcohol withdrawal. Minor withdrawal symptoms can occur while the patient still has a measurable blood alcohol level. These symptoms may include insomnia, mild anxiety, and tremulousness. Patients with alcoholic hallucinosis experience visual, auditory, or tactile hallucinations but otherwise have a clear sensorium. Withdrawal seizures are more common in patients who have a history of multiple episodes of detoxification. Causes other than alcohol withdrawal should be considered if seizures are focal, if there is no definite history of recent abstinence from drinking, if seizures occur more than 48 hours after the patient’s last drink, or if the patient has a history of fever or trauma. Alcohol withdrawal delirium, or delirium tremens, is characterized by clouding of consciousness and delirium. Episodes of delirium tremens have a mortality rate of 1 to 5 percent. 6 Risk factors for developing alcohol withdrawal delirium include concurrent acute medical illness, daily heavy alcohol use, history of delirium tremens or withdrawal seizures, older age, abnormal liver function, and more severe withdrawal symptoms on presentation. Evaluation of the Patient in Alcohol Withdrawal The history and physical examination establish the diagnosis and severity of alcohol withdrawal. Important historical data include quantity of alcoholic intake, duration of alcohol use, time since last drink, previous alcohol withdrawals, presence of concurrent medical or psychiatric conditions, and abuse of other agents. In addition to identifying withdrawal symptoms, the physical examination should assess possible complicating medical conditions, including arrhythmias, congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, infections, liver disease, nervous system impairment, and pancreatitis. Basic laboratory investigations include a complete blood count, liver function tests, a urine drug screen, and determination of blood alcohol and electrolyte levels.
Symptoms/Disorders ~Common medications and selected brand names ~Some possible reactions with alcohol Angina (chest pain), coronary heart disease Isordil® (isosorbide), nitroglycerine Rapid heartbeat, sudden changes in blood pressure Anxiety Xanax® (alprazolam); Klonopin® (clonazepam); Valium® (diazepam); Ativan® (lorazepam) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk for overdose Blood clots Coumadin® (warfarin) Occasional drinking may lead to internal bleeding; heavier drinking may have the opposite effect, resulting in possible blood clots, strokes, or heart attacks Colds, coughs, flu, allergies Benadryl® (diphenhydramine); Tylenol® Cold and Flu (chlorpheniramine); Robitussin AC® (codeine) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk for overdose Depression Elavil® (amitriptyline); Anafranil® (clomipramine); Norpramin® (desipramine); Serzone® (nefazodone); Desyrel® (trazodone) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk for overdose Diabetes Micronase® (glyburide); Glucophage® (metformin); Orinase® (tolbutamide) Rapid heartbeat, sudden changes in blood pressure; convulsions, coma, death Heartburn, indigestion, sour stomach Tagamet® (cimetidine); Axid® (nizatidine); Zantac® (ranitidine); Reglan® (metoclopramide) Rapid heartbeat, sudden changes in blood pressure (metoclopramide); increased alcohol effect Infections Grisactin® (griseofulvin); Flagyl® (metronidazole); Acrodantin® (nitrofurantoin); Septra® (sulfamethoxazole); Nydrazid® (isoniazid); Seromycin® (cycloserine) Rapid heartbeat, sudden changes in blood pressure; liver damage (isoniazid) Muscle pain Soma® (carisoprodol); Flexeril® (cyclobenzaprine) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk of seizures; increased risk for overdose Nausea, motion sickness Antivert® (meclizine); Atarax® (hydroxyzine); Phenergan® (promethazine) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk for overdose Pain such as that from headache, fever, muscle ache, arthritis; inflammation Aspirin (salicylates); Advil®, Motrin® (ibuprofen); Tylenol®, Excedrin® (acetaminophen); Vioxx® (rofecoxib); Celebrex® (celecoxib); Naprosyn® (naproxen) Stomach upset, bleeding and ulcers; liver damage (acetaminophen); rapid heartbeat Seizures Klonopin® (clonazepam); phenobarbital; Dilantin® (phenytoin) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk of seizures Severe pain from injury; postsurgical care; oral surgery; migraines Fiorinal® with codeine (butalbital and codeine); DarvocetN® (propoxyphene); Vicodin® (hydrocodone); Percocet® (oxycodone) Drowsiness, dizziness; increased risk for overdose Sleep problems Restoril® (temazepam); Prosom™ (estazolam); Sominex® (diphenhydramine) Herbal preparations (Chamomile, Valerian, Lavender) Drowsiness, dizziness Did you know? Many types of medication can make you sleepy. Taking these medicines while drinking can make you even more drowsy, dizzy, and light–headed. You may have trouble concentrating or performing mechanical skills. Mixing alcohol with certain medicines makes it dangerous for you to drive. Combining alcohol with some medicines can lead to falls and serious injuries, especially among older people. Some medications, including many popular painkillers and cough, cold, and allergy remedies, contain more than one ingredient that can react with alcohol. Read the label on your medication bottle to find out exactly what ingredients it contains. Certain medicines contain up to 10 percent alcohol. Cough syrup and laxatives have some of the highest alcohol concentrations. Women and older people are at higher risk for harmful alcoholmedication reactions. Alcohol and medicines can interact harmfully even if they are not taken at the same time.
Alcohol and Athletic Performance http://www.uhs.uga.edu/aod/athletic-performance.html How alcohol affects a person depends on the amount consumed, the environmental context, and individual differences in tolerance . While a small amount of alcohol consumed daily may have a protective effect on the cardiovascular system, chronic heavy alcohol use is associated with a wide range of physiological and societal negative outcomes, which account for approximately 100,000 deaths yearly in the United States. The fitness-oriented individual should be aware of the acute and chronic effects of alcohol on physical performance. Acutely, alcohol can cause negative effects on motor skills and physical performance. Chronically, alcohol abuse may eventually impede physical performance; individuals diagnosed with alcohol dependence have displayed varying degrees of muscle damage and weakness. Alcohol abuse is at least as prevalent in the athletic community as it is in the general population; in fact, the majority of athletes have begun drinking by the end of high school. Both male and female college students have higher rates of binge drinking than non-athletes, and drinking five or more drinks on any one occasion affects the brain and body for several days. How Could Drinking Affect My Athletic Performance? Alcohol has been described as a performance impairing drug. Exercise is a complex activity utilizing many of the body's organ systems; alcohol exerts an effect on most of these systems, including the central nervous system, muscle energy stores and the cardiovascular system. What Happens if I Exercise With an Elevated Blood Alcohol Level? Alcohol has acute effects on motor skills, strength and power, and aerobic performance. Alcohol and motor skills Low amounts of alcohol (0.02-0.05g/dL) result in: decreased hand tremors slowed reaction time decreased hand-eye coordination Moderate amounts of alcohol (0.06-0.10 g/dL) result in: further slowed reaction time decreased hand-eye coordination decreased accuracy and balance impaired tracking, visual search, recognition and response skills Alcohol and strength, power, and short-term performances Alcohol will not improve muscular work capacity and results in: a decrease in overall performance levels slowed running and cycling times weakening of the pumping force of the heart impaired temperature regulation during exercise decreased grip strength, decreased jump height, and decreased 200- and 400-meter run performance faster fatigue during high-intensity exercise Alcohol and aerobic performance Adequate hydration is crucial to optimal aerobic performance. The diuretic property of alcohol can result in: dehydration and significantly reduced aerobic performance impaired 800- and 1500-meter run times increased health risks during prolonged exercise in hot environments Medical Concerns: Alcohol has been linked to exercise-induced anaphylaxis and asthma. Acute ingestion may cause myocardial irritability, resulting in arrhythmias. Consumption before water activities increases the risk of injury. What Happens if I Exercise With a Hangover? Hangovers are caused by alcohol toxicity, dehydration, and the toxic effects of congeners in alcoholic drinks. Hangovers are commonly characterized by a depressed mood, headache, and hypersensitivity to outside stimuli, such as light and sound. These lingering effects of alcohol may lead to decreased athletic performance. Drinking on the day or night before athletic activity hinders physical conditioning progress, and exercising with a hangover has been shown to significantly decrease aerobic performance capacity - by as much as 11%. Regardless of the type of activity, conditioning progress will be impeded. Teammates who do not drink the day before competition will be ahead of the game. What About Chronic (Long-Term) Effects of on Athletic Performance? While low-dose (meaning no more than 2 drinks daily) chronic alcohol consumption may offer some cardio-protective element in the exerciser by increasing HDL-cholesterol or decreasing coronary spasm, alcohol affects the body's every system and is also linked to several pathologies. Heavy, chronic alcohol consumption impairs exercise performance by: impairing the cardiovascular response to exercise causing nutritional deficiencies from alterations in nutrient intake, digestion, absorption, metabolism, physiological effects, turnover, and excretion of nutrients causing myopathy , or muscle damage, wasting, and weakness, in various muscles, including the heart changing the body's hormonal environment, making it less conducive to increasing muscle mass and strength compromising cardiovascular and muscular performance in people with alcoholism Special concerns for women: Women's muscular strength is inversely correlated with total life-time doses of alcohol Women may be more sensitive than men to the toxic effects of alcohol on the heart Athletes are not immune later in life from the potentially serious consequences of chronic alcohol abuse, including liver toxicity, endocrine dysfunction, decreased serum testosterone, seizures, altered lipid metabolism, ulcers, heart disease, diabetes, and bone disorders. Nutritional Aspects of Alcohol and Sports: Alcohol as a Nutrient Each gram of alcohol provides seven kilocalories compared to nine for fat and four each for carbohydrate and protein. Other nutrients may be present, depending on the type of beverage. Beer, for example, has been seen as a good source of many nutrients and has sometimes been used in preparation for endurance events or to replenish nutrients following competition. Many athletes and sports administrators name beer as their preferred alcoholic beverage, and some athletes may still believe that beer is an effective beverage for replacing fluid and supplying high energy. However, beer will actually worsen dehydration due to the diuretic effect of alcohol on the renal system. Beer is inappropriate as a carbohydrate replacement; the 7g of energy per gram of alcohol (ethanol) provides "empty calories" and does not provide available glucose. Acute ingestion of alcohol provides no benefits relative to the energy sources for exercise and in fact may reduce muscle glycogen at rest, impair gluconeogenesis, cause hypoglycemia and decrease leg-muscle glucose uptake. Exercise will not increase alcohol metabolism. In the chronic alcoholic, alcohol replaces the normal macronutrient intake (protein, carbohydrates, and fats) and nutritional deficiency diseases can develop. In fact, alcohol ingestion lowers muscle glycogen levels and will decrease the available fuel for normal aerobic energy production. Alcohol and Injury Athletes who drink alcohol at least once per week have an elevated risk of injury as compared to athletes who do not drink. Consuming alcohol regularly depresses immune functioning and slows the healing process for sports-related injuries. Alcohol-related injuries in sports like cycling, boating, ice skating, snow skiing and swimming are likely related to a decrease in psychomotor functioning and impaired judgment. Nearly 1/3 of college students consume alcohol during participation in recreational boating or swimming, while greater than 50% of young adult drowning victims have detectable post-mortem blood alcohol levels. DEHYDRATION Alcohol is a powerful diuretic that can cause severe dehydration and staggering electrolyte imbalances. Severe dehydration can require several days to a week for full recovery. While dehydrated, an athlete is at greater risk for musculoskeletal injuries including: cramps, muscle pulls, and muscle strains. Also, dehydration can lead to severe brain impairment and even death when coupled with extreme temperatures and intense practices (most notable during two-a-days). Dehydration leads to decreased appetite and muscle wasting (you lose muscle mass). A loss of muscle mass results in a decrease in strength and performance. Decreased food consumption associated with appetite loss will result in fatigue and over training, which may further heighten injury risk. TESTOSTERONE Alcohol, when consumed in amounts typical with binge drinkers (most common among college athletes), can dramatically decrease serum testosterone levels. Decreases in testosterone are associated with decreases in aggression, lean muscle mass, muscle recovery and overall athletic performance. This can also cause testicular shrinkage, breast enlargement, and decreased sperm development in males. In females, this may cause an increase in the production of estradial, (a form of estrogen) which may increase the risk of breast cancer. PERFORMANCE Alcohol will also impair reaction time and mental acuity for up to several days after consumption. The delayed reaction time and reduced mental acuity is of severe consequence to the athlete. Performance will be reduced and injury risk increased. Alcohol consumption will cause a decrease in hand-eye coordination and will impair judgment. Alcohol also interferes with lactic acid breakdown and can result in increased soreness after exercise. Alcohol can also cause nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness for days after consumption. FAT STORAGE Alcohol has seven calories per gram. Fat has nine calories per gram. Alcohol is stored much like fat in the body. Also, alcohol deaminates (destroys) amino acids and stores them as fat. Alcohol consumption, therefore, increases fat storage and adversely effects body composition (increase % body fat). Powerful energy pathways (like glycolysis) are impaired and large amounts of lactic acid are produced, this results in decreased energy, decreased muscle recovery, and increased muscle soreness. Also, alcohol is usually consumed in addition to the person’s normal food intake. Since alcohol has seven calories per gram these extra calories can add up really fast increasing the persons bodyweight and percent body fat.. NUTRITION From the standpoint of bodily health, alcohol can have deleterious effects on the body. Fatty liver, fibrosis, cirrhosis (irreversible liver damage) and gout are common side effects of chronic binge drinking. Alcohol over stimulates cells in the lining of the stomach that produce acid. Increases in acid production are associated with heartburn and ulcer development. Intestinal cells fail to absorb micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), which can lead to electrolyte imbalances and vitamin deficiencies. Alcohol consumption impairs the body’s mechanisms that control blood glucose and may result in hypoglycemia. This may cause serious injury even if it doesn’t last long because it causes the brain and other body tissues to be deprived of glucose needed for energy and normal function. Hypoglycemia is a common cause of low energy on the field and in the classroom. SOCIAL Alcohol acts as a central nervous system depressant and can impair judgment leading to injuries (both to other people and oneself). Alcohol use has been associated with numerous homicides, suicides, fatal auto accidents, and fights resulting in incarceration. Decreased impairment of judgment and decreased inhibition (ability to say, “NO”) has resulted in numerous cases of date rape and other gender related crimes. LONG-TERM USE Long-term alcohol use may lead to weakened heart muscle, impotency, altered brain and nerve functions, elevated triglycerides, fat deposits in the liver, abnormalities in blood-clotting, pancreatitis, liver failure, vitamin deficiencies, skin abnormalities, and even DEATH!!!!! As you can see, alcohol prevents athletes from reaching their ultimate playing potential. If one or more players on a team were to be in this condition during the game, this can have negative effects on the team as a whole. Every member of the team needs to play at his best at all times in order to have a team of champions. Don’t let alcohol abuse be the reason you don’t play at your best! Sleep Alcohol has a detrimental effect on both the quality of sleep and on daytime attention. Sleep problems are common in alcoholics and also in some people who have completely stopped drinking. The effects of alcohol on sleep and attention are complicated to define and have considerable variability in individuals. Alcohol seems to accelerate falling asleep, at least in subjects who do not tend to fall asleep immediately. The negative effects arise later and affect the quality and duration of sleep. Sleep is a complex phenomenon in which there are alternating phases of deep sleep, called paradoxical or REM sleep during which the subject dreams, and slow wave sleep. Undisturbed progression of these two phases of sleep is essential for an individual's well being. Alcohol disturbs or interrupts the sequence of paradoxical sleep and light sleep. Thus alcoholics and some people who have stopped drinking complain about disturbed and fragmented sleep, frightening dreams and insomnia. The disruptive effects of alcohol last well into the night, even when alcohol has been eliminated. This is not a phenomenon specific to alcohol, it is seen with other sedative products. Snoring is abnormally frequent after taking alcoholic drinks in the evening before going to bed. This is due to the relaxing effects of alcohol on the pharyngeal muscles. Daytime repercussions of alcohol's effects on sleep Disturbed sleep or sleep deprivation exacerbate the sedative effects of alcohol during the day. Alcohol consumed late in the evening will noticeably reduce the performance of a subject (attention, dexterity,...) during the following morning. By producing an accumulation of nights of poor sleep, alcohol can disrupt the normal sleep/wake cycle, which is also essential for health and well being. Hence the negative effects of alcohol can have repercussions on daytime performance. Alcohol and attention The sedative action of alcohol has variable degrees of effect on attention, reducing it and producing diminished performance. This action is particularly noticeable in subjects who lack sleep or who tend to be lethargic. Alcohol seems to reduce the ability of an individual to waken, even if consumed in moderate amounts, to the point where driving ability is affected, not just in the hours after consumption, but sometimes for days afterwards.