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Anti-Alcohol
Alcohol
A colorless volatile flammable liquid that is produced by the natural fermentation of sugars and is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks, and is also used as an industrial solvent and as fuel.
Long Term Effects
When alcohol is continuously consumed over a period of time it begins to affect the body in many ways. Alcohol consumption increases the risk of many cancers including liver, breast, esophagus, pancreas, mouth, larynx and pharynx. Alcohol use over time can also cause alcohol dependency, better known as alcoholism. Alcoholism is caused by excessive use of alcohol or alcohol dependence. There are four cardinal symptoms in alcoholism: craving, loss of control, physical dependence, and tolerance.
Short Term Effects
Alcohol, and its consumption can cause a number of marked changes in behavior. Even low doses significantly impair judgment and coordination. In small amounts, it can induce feelings of relaxation and tranquillity, suppress anxiety, and in some, inspire feelings of confidence. However, as the dose is increased, normally beyond six ounces of 100 proof alcohol, the pleasant euphoric feelings begin to give way to feelings of depression. Intoxication occurs because the liver is unable to metabolize more than one ounce of alcohol every hour. Therefore, when a person consumes more alcohol than the body can metabolize, intoxication occurs. Intoxication can generally last anywhere from one to 12 hours, and the after-effects (“hang-over”) of intoxication can last 24 hours or more.
Effects on Economy
Worldwide, 3.3 million deaths every year result from harmful use of alcohol. Overall, 5.1 per cent of the global burden of disease and injury is attributable to alcohol. In the age group 20-39, approximately 25 per cent of total deaths are alcohol-attributable. Nearly 10 per cent of the adult population of each state has had or will develop an alcohol-use disorder.
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Citations
Colohan, Desmond. "Don't raise a glass." Maclean's 15 Feb. 2016: 7. Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure. Web. 14 Mar. 2016.
Anna, Davies. "Am I An Alcoholic?" Glamour Apr. 2015: 178. Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure. Web. 14 Mar. 2016