Alcohol
Slang Names:
liquor, booze
Description:
Alcoholism is a treatable illness brought on by harmful dependence upon alcohol, which is physically and psychologically addictive. As a disease, alcoholism is primary and chronic, with genetic, psychosocial, and environmental factors influencing alcoholism development and manifestations. The disease of alcohol addiction is progressive and fatal.
Symptoms / Consequences:
- Odor on the breath
- Intoxication
- Difficulty focusing; glazed eyes
- Uncharacteristic passive or aggressive behavior
- Gradual deterioration in personal appearance and hygiene
- Gradual deterioration in school work or job performance
- Absenteeism, especially on Mondays
- Alcohol becomes the focus of activities
- Irritability
- Flushed skin
- Blackouts (loss of memory)
- Trouble with personal relationships
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