So much has been learned about alcoholism in the past decades and it is now a curable disease. To this day there are a lot of people who will not believe alcoholism is a real, serious disease or they will look down on people who suffer from alcoholism. Alcohol is a shroud that covers every aspect of a person’s life. For those who don’t seek help, it is unlikely they will return to a healthy lifestyle. For those who have the strength of mind or of family, the outlook of rehabilitation is very promising.…
Because this pattern of drinking, and conducive behavior to such habits, is not reflective of social norms, or desirable states that people strive for, alcoholics often lose social standing, and respect from society. One of the strongest arguments against alcoholism as a disease, is the idea that alcoholism represents a personal choice, to drink, and that…
Annotated Bibliography Wechsler, Henry, and Bernice Wuethrich. Dying to Drink: Confronting Binge Drinking on College Campuses. Emmaus, Pa.: Rodale, 2002. Print. Scholarly…
Cynthia Simmons Professor Brock-Cancellieri English 101 13 November 2015 Annotated Bibliography of Children of Alcoholics Thesis: Children who are raised with a parent that is an alcoholic are more likely to generate a list of traits. They can range from good to bad and include substance abuse themselves, depression or anxiety, and parentification. Reich, Wendy, Felton Earls, and Jack Powell.…
There are also benefits of binge drinking to be found within the individual. Drinking away sorrows, occupying time, and increased enjoyments in times of strife boost the happiness and carefree attitude of the individual (Coleman, et al., 2005). Beyond the individual and his/her peers, social norms and influences portray binge drinking as a pastime, leading adolescents to widely believe the media that has filled the minds of today’s youth (Coleman et al., 2005). Influence of media leads to not only peer pressure but peer…
Mental Benefits of Getting Sober Tied to the emotional benefits of sobriety are mental benefits. Many individuals started using alcohol and drugs as a way to escape the frustrations and problems of daily life. As you recovery from addiction, you will work with mental health professionals who will help you explore the roots of your addiction and provide you with an arsenal of coping strategies. As a result, on your journey to sobriety, you will discover what caused your addiction in the first place and you will gain better coping skills to more effectively handle problems in the future. Instead turning to drugs or alcohol, you will turn to one of the coping strategies you’ve learned.…
During most of my "drinking career" I never really considered myself an alcoholic. I mean, I functioned in life normally. I had a house, a wife, kids, a job, never in trouble with the law, a faithful church goer, a youth sports coach... etc. I never showed up to functions under the influence, never missed work or important dates because of drinking, I thought I had it under control. Other than being anxious and not feeling so well physically, nobody in the outside world could even tell I had a problem.…
Find activities that you can do with friends instead of drinking. • Do not be afraid to say no if someone offers you alcohol. Speak up about why you do not want to drink. You can be a positive role model for your friends, and set a good example for those around you by not drinking alcohol. WHAT CAN HAPPEN IF CHANGES ARE NOT MADE?…
Alcohol was not only a vicious parasite that I had to deal with, but it is what ruined my own relationship my parents growing up. Like Victor I had a parent who was checked out, depressed, and not willing to get help for the problem. “The days after, my father would feel so guilty, that he would tell me stories…
The biggest issue on college campuses in the United States is undoubtedly underage drinking. Underage drinking is a violation of college and state policies; although the statues are disregarded. Drinking laws are in place because underage drinking is detrimental to the community and the user. However, the current laws are not deterring underage drinking; and the problems associated with underage drinking are persistent. The blatant disobedience by teens has caused deliberation about changing the current laws.…
On March 25,2007 it was around four pm. My family and I were having a bonfire .Mom said’ Lindsey go check on Dillen and get me a beer”. As I walk into the house to check on Dillen, I hear him crying like a running stream. Walking into the room to grab him, holding him tight to try to make him stop crying .…
drinking. So many Americans are concerned about this problem getting worse, from the parents who think this can't happen to their perfect child, to students in school worried about falling under peer pressure. Everyone can agree that this is a problem, however, they all believe that this cannot and won't happen to someone they are close too. Actions need to be taken and solutions need to be made either way. Professor Ross Douthat as with many others know that binge drinking can be very dangerous, “it's linked to accidents, suicide, and increased violence”(Douthat par.…
Most people only ever drink socially. This means that they avoid binge drinking and rarely suffer from any negative consequences as a result of their intake. A social drinker has no problem giving up alcohol, and weeks can go by when they do not touch the stuff. For many of these people, consumption of alcohol is limited to special occasions. There are also a significant number of Canadians who drink well above the recommended level.…
People who don't drink also have the risk of getting killed by alcohol because of others who drink and drive. There has been many car accidents to the cause of those who drive after they have drunk. This is why we need to stop alcoholism and help those who suffer from it. Nowadays people start drinking at a young age, So to prevent for them to get addicted, abstinence is the best solution.…
The impact of excessive alcohol consumption can be seen in the academic performance of students. Several studies conducted on the impact of alcohol consumption on the academic performance of students found that those who drink less alcohol have higher GPAs than those who do. Furthermore, students that indulge in binge drinking experience deficit in their academic performance. Some scholar on educational research have proposed that excessive alcohol consumption among underage students should be included among factors such as sex, race, community of residence, and family background, that is responsible for negative academic performance. Binge drinking particularly affect the cognitive ability of individuals thereby limiting the ability to acquire, assimilate and retain information.…