The Basics of Alcohol Abuse: Recognizing the SignsWritten by Paul Johnson
Alcohol consumption is not necessarily a problem. We've all heard that drinking should be done in moderation. And, while many of us are able to control our drinking (whether social or not), others cannot. In fact, National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence believes that there are nearly 20 million people who are dependent upon alcohol in United States alone. The definition of alcoholism is quite specific. It states that if a person feels cravings or urges, has a loss of control over how much they drink, has a physical dependence and/or a high tolerance level, s/he is known as "alcohol dependent". An alcohol dependent person feels that need of alcohol in order to cope or operate with day-to-day life. An alcoholic dependent person has therefore developed disease of alcoholism. The abovementioned Council agrees that it is a major public health concern, and is something that should be dealt with on a national level. And, like any disease, it can last a person's lifetime, is debilitating, and has possibility to cause death.
| | Alcohol Abuse: an IntroductionWritten by Ryan Fyfe
Alcohol abuse is a very common type of abuse that we often overlook. This abuse can take control of our lives and jeopardize things that are most important to us, like our families, friends, and our life. Recognizing problem is first step towards taking action towards a healthier lifestyle.Are you drinking too much? It is recommended that a woman shouldn’t have more than seven drinks a week, and no more than three drinks on any one occasion. Men shouldn’t have more than 14 drinks a week and no more than 4 on any one occasion. These numbers are simple a general guideline to follow when determining if you are drinking too much. Things that can easily affect these numbers are tolerance, body mass, and diet. If you can say that you are over those numbers, next step is to realize that you might be drinking heavily
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