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Understand the Causes of Alcoholism
Beware of the Consequences of Alcoholism
Take Control of Alcohol
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What is Alcoholism?
It is difficult to define alcoholism. The term is used for both dependence on alcohol and
the abuse of alcohol.
It causes many unfavorable and difficult situations and consequences. A publication of
the American Psychiatric Association, ‘Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders’, defines alcoholism as incorrect usage of alcohol.
Alcoholism is sometimes referred to as problem drinking - drinking more than is safe,
such as half a dozen drinks in a short period or drinking before driving.
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) defines alcoholism much
the same - ‘A disease that includes alcohol craving and continued drinking despite
repeated alcohol-related problems, such as losing a job or getting into trouble with the
law.’ Alcoholism is a chronic disorder involving consuming high levels of alcoholic
beverages than we can handle.
It leads to total disruption of all relationships, responsibilities, and health.
Unsafe intake of alcohol leads to further problems - alcohol dependence and alcohol
abuse. Alcohol intake is like abuse of any other drug - heroin, cocaine, marijuana,
sedatives, nicotine and anti-anxiety drugs.
Such alcoholic tendencies are reported to be higher in males than in females.
Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse - Are they different?
Alcoholism is a dependence on alcohol, a lack of control on drinking and abnormal
craving for alcohol at any cost and all times. Alcohol abuse is a part of the process of
alcoholism, leading to serious health and relationship problems.
Causes of Alcoholism
There is no single cause for alcoholism.
- Alcoholic parents may increase the chance that their children could abuse alcohol.
- Some scientists report research which may indicate genetic causes for alcoholism
but, at this point, cannot pinpoint any particular gene or its influence on
alcoholism.
- Psychological factors like depression, conflicts in relationships, seeking relief from
anxiety and tension and low self-esteem push some people toward alcoholism.
- Social contributors include easy availability and acceptance of alcohol consumption,
lifestyles and peer pressure.
Consequences of Alcoholism.
Alcoholism, like drug addiction, has far-reaching consequences on every sphere of
human life.
Physical consequences
Alcoholism gradually attacks all body systems, crippling their functioning. It affects the
nervous system of your body leading to increased levels of normal emotions like
tension, anxiety and inhibitions. It destroys inner lining of gastrointestinal tracts and
stomach causing vomiting, nausea and bleeding.
Many sufferers have memory blackouts, unstable walking and impaired sense of balance.
You lose your ability to judge or concentrate on anything.
Your body cannot absorb vitamins properly, leading to poor levels of essential nutrients
in your body. The liver and pancreas suffer immense damage and alcoholic hepatitis and
cirrhosis are often the result.
Heart functioning becomes irregular and the incidence of high blood pressure, clotting
disorders, heart attacks, anemia, low blood sugar levels, and high fat content in the
blood is markedly increased.
Sexual dysfunction, leading to cessation of menstruation in women and erectile
dysfunction in men, is another consequence.
Alcohol consumption in pregnant women is believed to lead to malformation of the fetus
with several behavioral problems, some of which are life-long impairments.
Severe alcoholism can lead to muscular malfunctioning and cancer in vital organs with
severe, even fatal, consequences.
Social Consequences
Social consequences of alcoholism include unemployment, problems at home, souring of
all relationships at all levels, higher incidence of traffic fatalities and other problems with
police and other authorities.
Alcoholism can be a major factor in violent crimes, date rape, child abuse and teen
pregnancy. It also causes immense havoc in the lives of your loved ones.
The alcoholic completely disassociates themselves from the real world.
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The above is an extract from the ebook "Take Control of Alcohol".
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Dear Reader,
As you read this letter, you will see that there is no "hype." There is much that could be
written about alcohol abuse that would rank amongst the top level "hard sell" verbiage.
Much of that could be written as humor.
However, alcoholism is not a laughing matter and our discussion here deserves serious
attention.
We see and hear the statistics on television all the time. More and more people are
"self medicating" with illegal drugs. Adults, teenagers, young and old alike - no one
is immune. With all the choices out there the number one drug of choice is still alcohol.
Alcoholism is spiraling out of control here in the US and abroad. Perhaps you can
recall images of the "town drunk" in the old western movies. He was usually portrayed
as a bumbling, likable and hearty sort of fellow who made you laugh.
Well, no one is laughing anymore.
The chances are very high that you have a friend or family member who is abusing
alcohol. Most people who abuse alcohol are in a constant state of denial. They don't
believe that alcohol is a problem for them, therefore they do not seek treatment.
Ignoring the problem only exacerbates the situation. Sometimes the only course of
action is intervention, usually by loved ones. That's why it is so important to be
informed and know what to look for in your own sphere of influence.
Okay, just what can I do about my loved one and alcohol abuse?
Learning about alcohol abuse has never been easier. "Take Control of Alcohol" is just
what you need to educate yourself about alcohol. It is written in language that is simple
and easy to understand.
Before you can help someone to recovery, you need to understand exactly what alcohol
abuse is, where it comes from and why the afflicted party has it. Learning this
information is the first step in being able to lead your loved one along that road to
recovery.
Did you know that:
40% of alcoholics in the US are women?
High alcohol content in the body reduces immune system ability to fight off
diseases?
Alcoholism is cancerous by itself and causes cancer of various body organs?
Women encounter higher health risks due to alcoholism than men?
Beer does not have a lower intoxication effect than wine or spirits?
Everyone is at risk for alcoholism. It touches men, women, teens and the elderly.
Without help it is very difficult to stop drinking. The biggest problem is denial.
Many people will look at a list of symptoms, shrug their shoulders and tell themselves,
"Well, that's not me. . .I don't have a drink until after 5:00 p.m.).
Sound familiar? If you suspect that a family member or friend is addicted to alcohol,
you need to educate yourself. The best way to do that is to get your own copy of
"Take Control of Alcohol" and start learning right now.
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