Alcohol Abuse Ecdriesbaugh Alcohol Abuse Term Paper

For the purpose of spreading the information this paper includes some of the signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence. Consuming five or more drinks in a row for boys and four or more drinks in a row for girls is considered binge drinking. Alcohol poisoning is a grave consequence of binge drinking. The signs of alcohol poisoning are feeling confused; having a seizure; experiencing irregular breathing; pale or blue-tinged skin; and passing out (McCollum, 2007). Alcohol slows your heart rate and gag reflex. If the person is passed out and begins to vomit they may choke on it. One should immediately seek medical help if they suspect that someone is experiencing alcohol poisoning (McCollum, 2007).

Alcohol abuse is not a joke or something to be taken lightly. Some people seem to be more prone to becoming dependant on alcohol than others. Some people never drink too much, while others can't seem to stop until they are falling-down drunk. it's important to recognize if you have a problem with too much drinking and seek help to stop if you do. Life is too good to die from drinking.

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