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| a drug that is producedby achemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains. |
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| the amount of alcohol in a person's bloodstream |
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| physically and mentally impaired by the use of alcohol |
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| The comsumption of several alcoholicdrinksin avery short time. |
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| A group of alcohol-related birth defects that include physical and mental problems |
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| scarring and distruction of the liver |
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| the physical process of freeing the body of an adicting substance |
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| List 3 harmful, longterm affects of alcohol on the body. |
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- damage occur in the tissues of the esophagus, resulting in possible bleeding
- liver is damaged, resulting in cirrhosis
- irritation occurs in the stomache lining, causing open sores called ulcers
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| List 6 ways to relax without alcohol. |
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- Listen to music
- play outside
- ride your bike
- play sports
- hangout with friends
- go for a walk
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| Name 3 factors that influence teens to drink alcohol. |
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- they look "cool" or "mature"
- ads makingdrinking look "fun"
- thinks it will help them relax
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| Name and describe 3 types of support for alcoholics and their families. |
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- Al-Anon- members learn how to help themselves and person dependent on alcohol
- Alateen- helps young people cope with alcoholic in family or friend.
- Steps to recovery
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| Tell a little about each stage of alcoholism. |
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Stage 1: a person start to use alcohol to relieve stress or relax
Stage 2: Their boby developes a need for more and more alcohol
Stage 3: the drinkers body is strongly adicted and is not out of control |
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| Name and describe the steps to recovery. |
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Step 1: Admission- the alcoholic admits to having a problem and asks for help.
Step 2: Detoxification- the alcoholic goes through detoxification.
Step 3: Counseling- the alcoholic recieves counseling on how to live without alcohol.
Step 4: Recovery- the alcoholic takes responsibility for his/her own life.
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