ALCOHOL ABUSE

WHAT IS ABUSE ?...

● A pattern of drinking that results in harm to - one’s health - interpersonal relationships - ability to work.

● Alcohol abuse can lead to  Alcohol Dependence

● Includes Binge Drinking 

● Alcoholism (alcohol dependence) and alcohol abuse are two different forms of problem drinking.

● Alcoholism is when you have signs of physical addiction to alcohol.

● Alcohol abuse is when your drinking leads to problems, but not physical addiction.

HEALTH ISSUESLiver

Stomach

Genitals

Heart attack

Early Aging Gynaecomastia

Brain damage, Addiction, StrokeBlurred

VisionSlurred Speech Bleeding ThroatLung cancer, InfectionsHeart diseases/Failure

Stomach ulcers/ cancers Liver disorders/Failure

Muscle weakness

Intestinal cancers / Ulcers

Impotence/ Infertility

Osteoporosis

FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Divorces

Insomnia

Anger

FightsStressViolence

Domestic

SOCIO - ECONOMIC COSTS

RISK FACTORS● Parent with Alcoholism● Genes, Peer pressure● Easy Access● Low self esteem● Stressful life at home/work● Disorders of Brain● Problems in relationships● Culture

DANGER SIGNS ● Denial ???● Excuses

● Do you have to drink more than before ?

● Have you felt that you should cut down ?

● Have you ever had any blackouts ?

● Have you ever missed work or lost a job ?

● Is someone in your family worried ?

● Neglected Food ?

GETTING HELP● Acceptance● Social support● `To Do’ list● Meditation

● Consult a Doctor● De-addiction Centres● Balanced and regular Diet