Chapter 22 Lesson 3

Did You Know? The nation’s health goals are to reduce injury, death, and disease caused by alcohol. The goals aim at reducing the average alcohol consumption, binge drinking, and total number of alcohol- related accidents and deaths.

Long-Term Effects of Alcohol on the Body A.Alcohol consumption leads to addiction, loss of brain function, and brain damage. B.The heart is damaged or enlarged, and blood pressure levels are raised. C.The liver builds up excess fat, becomes infected, and develops cirrhosis. D.Alcohol can cause stomach ulcers and cancer. E.Alcohol begins to destroy the pancreas and its lining.

Alcohol During Pregnancy A.Alcohol passes from the mother’s body into the bloodstream of the fetus. B.Alcohol can cause permanent damage to the fetus. C.The central nervous system of the fetus is affected by alcohol.

Effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome A.A baby can be born with a small head. B.The body can become deformed. C.There can be vision and hearing problems. D.A baby can grow abnormally slowly and suffer from coordination problems. E.FAS is the leading cause of mental retardation.

Alcoholics A.They are dependent on alcohol. B.They cannot limit their intake. C.They may experience nausea, and other physical withdrawal symptoms. D.Their bodies need increasingly more alcohol to feel its effects E.They often suffer repeated injuries and accidents. F.They usually have poor relationships with family members.

Stages of Alcoholism 1.Abuse of alcohol. 2.Dependence on alcohol. 3.Addiction of alcohol.

Effects on Family and Society A. Alcohol is a major factor in four leading causes of death: car accidents, falls, drowning, and house fires. B. Alcohol can cause violent crimes, such as homicide and rape. C. Alcohol is a major factor in domestic violence. D. Alcohol harms the emotional and social health of people associated with alcoholics.

Treatment for Alcohol Abuse A.Alcoholism cannot be cured. B.It can be treated through counseling and medication.