ALCOHOL REVIEW

Ethanol The type of alcohol in alcoholic beverages

Fermentation The chemical action of yeast on sugars used in producing alcoholic beverages

Depressant A drug that slows the central nervous system

Binge Drinking Drinking 5 or more alcoholic drinks in one sitting

Alcohol Poisoning A severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose

Blood Alcohol Concentration The amount of alcohol in a person’s blood expressed as a percentage

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Infants born to mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy who are at risk for a group of birth defects.

Detoxifixation Process in which the body adjusts to functioning without alcohol

Recovery Process of learning to live an alcohol-free life

Alcoholic A person who is addicted to alcohol

Codependent An individual who ignore their own needs in order to focus on an alcoholic family member or friend

Sobriety A term used to describe living without alcohol.

Is alcohol addictive? yes

Does alcohol effect everyone in the same way and speed? No, the amount of ethanol that leads to intoxication is different from person to person.

What factors change the way alcohol effects a person? Gender Weight Rate of consumption Amount of consumption Food in the stomach

How does alcohol effect the kidneys? Causes kidneys to increase urine output leading to dehydration

How does alcohol effect the chances for teens to be involved in violent crimes? Alcohol use increases a teen’s chance of being involved in a violent crime

List 3 benefits of living alcohol free. Enhanced physical health Enhanced mental health Decreased likelihood of engaging in risky behaviors An increased ability to make careful decisions

Teens who drink alcohol are _____ likely to become alcoholics than individuals who wait until adulthood to drink. More likely

List the stages of alcoholism Abuse Dependence Addiction

What are the steps to alcohol recovery? Admit the problem Detox the body Seek counseling Recovery

At what age is it legal for a person to buy, possess or consume alcohol? 21 years

What is the difference between psychological and physiological dependence? Psychological dependence – a person believes they need alcohol to cope with life or to feel good Physiological dependence – a person’s body has a chemical need for alcohol

How does alcohol influence sexual activity in teens? Impairs judgement Lowers inhibitions Compromises moral standards

What is the best way to live an alcohol free life? Never start drinking

How does alcohol effect the central nervous system? It slows the function of the central nervous system

List the symptoms of alcoholism Strong craving for alcohol A physical dependence on alcohol The need to drink increasing amounts of alcohol The inability to limit the amount of alcohol consumed