Alcohol Poisoning and Overdose
Alcohol poisoning is a serious condition. Be aware of the symptoms of alcohol poisoning, and seek help before it is too late. An alcohol overdose happens when a person drinks too much alcohol in a short period of time. The two main ways alcohol overdose happens is through binge drinking and alcoholism or alcohol dependence. You are at a much higher risk of alcohol overdose if you drink more than five alcoholic drinks within a six hour period. Avoid Alcohol Overdose and Alcohol Poisoning Binge drinking is a popular activity among young adults...
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Alcoholism is a deadly sickness characterized by the excessive and chronic use of alcoholic beverages. If left untreated, the disease has the ability to eliminate the body’s ability to function physically, socially, at home or in the workplace. Alcohol is classified as a central nervous system depressant. This means that when used in large quantities or administered in consistent dosages, the substance has the ability to slow the function of the respiratory system as well as diminish an individual’s attention span and reaction speed, as...
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Excessive consumption of alcohol is dangerous for pregnant women and their developing babies. Recent science is also showing that heavy alcohol use which is defined as more than two drinks per day can have a detrimental effect on fertility in both men and women. It is clear that alcoholism and parenting just don’t mix. Alcoholism and Female Fertility Alcohol affects the female reproductive system in many ways. Alcohol acts as a depressant in the central nervous system and contributes to hormonal imbalance. Hypothalamic-pituitary dysfunction...
read moreLong-Term Effects of Alcoholism
Because of the legal status of alcohol in the United States and most of the world, alcohol is not viewed as a drug in the traditional sense. For this reason, side effects that lead to the gradual erosion of an individual’s physical and mental health can be easy to ignore. In a study conducted by Professor David Zardize of the Russian Cancer Center in Moscow, scientists found that since 1984 complications surrounding alcohol use have caused more than half of premature deaths in Russian men between the ages of 15 and 54. Much of the developed...
read moreTeen Alcoholism
In the United States today, alcohol is the most commonly used drug among teenagers. Teens are ruining their opportunities in school and hurting their relationships with their family members. In addition, many are getting hurt, if not killed, in alcohol-related accidents. In fact, alcohol kills 6.5 times more of our country’s young people than all other drugs combined. If you are a teen struggling with alcoholism, you should learn more about the statistics and consequences that go along with drinking. Teen Alcoholism: Statistics American...
read moreWomen and Alcoholism
Alcoholism can affect people of all races, genders and age groups, including women. While alcoholism may affect all groups of people, there are unique causes of alcoholism in women and unique reasons why women may neglect to enroll in rehab. Alcoholism is a complex illness, and it’s essential that all groups of alcoholics understand the unique factors that influence their decisions. Below, we’ve provided some information for female alcoholics that can help them make treatment decisions. Women and Alcoholism: Health...
read moreAlcoholism Statistics
Alcohol is a heavily regulated substance in the United States and very closely watched by researchers and statisticians. Research statistics are based on the assumption that one drink consists of 12 ounces of beer or a wine cooler, 8 ounces of malt liquor, 5 ounces of wine or 1.5 ounces (one shot) of 80-proof liquor. Heavy drinking for men is defined as two or more drinks a day and for women as more than one drink per day. If you are a heavy drinker, you should understand the difference between binge drinking and chronic drinking. Alcoholism...
read moreAlcoholism Side Effects
The effects that alcoholism has on your body, mental state and emotions can be devastating. Learning about the different side effects of alcoholism will be beneficial as you go through the stages of recovery or if you’re trying to recognize alcoholism in a loved one. Alcoholism Side Effects: Tolerance As soon as alcohol use ceases to be a social or occasional experience, the amount needed to “get a buzz” or get drunk increases as you form a tolerance level. Tolerance buildup is one of the first signs of alcoholism and a significant...
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When you are addicted to alcohol and stop consumption, you are likely to experience withdrawal symptoms that surface when your blood alcohol level drops below a specific point. Withdrawal also occurs during alcohol detox at a facility, although it can be controlled. If withdrawal occurs at home without support, it can be deadly, especially if you suffer from co-occurring medical disorders. In the care of a certified alcohol rehab, you can get medical assistance to diminish these symptoms and, in some cases, shorten the length of your alcohol...
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The symptoms of alcoholism are exceedingly obvious in some while others manage to hide their addiction from co-workers and loved ones for years. In some ways, functional alcoholics run a higher risk of physical damage to the body simply because only those very close to the alcoholic will recognize the severity of the issue. But functional alcoholic or not, the fact is that alcoholism is ultimately deadly. If you or your loved one is struggling with alcoholism, the first step to getting the necessary medical treatment is to recognize the...
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