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Alcohol

Published on Dec 06, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

JARBBAR J., SAM B., NADIFO S., LESSLE C.

ALCOHOL
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ALCHOL IS A DRUG

  • Slurred speech
  • Slows down brain
  • Slows down vital functions
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YOUNG PEOPLE VS. ADULTS

A YOUNG PERSONS BODY CAN NOT COPE WITH ALCOHOL.

WHAT IS BINGE DRINKING

  • Consuming large quantities of alcohol in one session
  • Woman: downing 4 pr moredrinks at a time
  • Man: downing 5 or more drinks at a time
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WHAT IS ALCOHOLISM OR ALCOHOL DEPENDENCE

  • Cravings: a strong desire or need
  • Loss of control: inability to limit drinking
  • Physical dependence: withdrawl Symptoms like nausea, sweating & shaking
  • Tolerance: the need to drink so you can get high.