Alcohol dependence

Drug addiction is an intricate disease that is characterized by compulsive drug use. It affects behaviors and several brain regions, especially those involved with rewards, motivation, learning, and memory. The path to drug addiction starts with the voluntary act of using a drug. If a person continues to take a drug frequently over a large period of time the act becomes less and less voluntary. Eventually, using the drug becomes second nature to the person and they can’t fully function…

Alcohol abuse is a disease many people in our society are suffering from, which has currently intergraded in many different cultures. Alcohol is readily available to anyone (even young teenagers) in their neighborhood convenience stores. Society tends to drink for reasons or occasions that vary and every individual has their own personal belief as to why they consume alcohol. The outcomes of consuming alcohol differ between every individual. Today, there is many cultures throughout the world who…

Alcohol affects everything a person does and says. Alcohol is a powerful thing and if too much of it is consumed it will change the way you act and process thoughts or words. No matter how you handle drinking it still affects you even if just a small amount is consumed. The effects of alcohol are short term, but they can also turn into long term effects. Alcohol is not good for you and neither are the effects included with drinking, The long term effects include the following:brain damage,…

disorder characterized by dependence on alcohol, repeated excessive use of alcoholic beverages, the development of withdrawal symptoms on reducing or ceasing intake, morbidity that may include cirrhosis of the liver, and decreased ability to function socially and vocationally. There are four main symptoms of alcoholism that include; Craving or a strong need or urge to drink, Loss of control or not being able to stop drinking once drinking has begun, Physical dependence or withdrawal symptoms…

drinking large amounts of alcohol. When people get hooked on alcohol they tend to continue to drink, and it leads to a dependent relationship with alcohol. The dependent use of alcohol comes from the alcohol changing the patient’s brain makeup. There it’s now highly pleasurable when drinking alcohol and this brings on more urges to continue to drink. Although, this is extremely dangerous. This disorder tends to develop over time with alcohol abuse, it turns into an unhealthy dependence (WebMD).…

terminal mental illnesses, such as a form of Alzheimer’s known as Dementia, in later elderly years. There are many simple lifestyle choices pertaining to substance abuse that can lessen this risk. Reducing alcohol consumption can prevent dementia. Making the conscious decision to abstain from alcohol can positively impact brain health dramatically. Cutting back on cigarettes and tobacco products lessens the likelihood of developing mind deteriorating diseases. Avoiding the use of tobacco…

Did you know alcohol allows misuse of alcohol results in the death of 2.5 million people worldwide annually”? (ncadd.org, n.d.) Excessive alcohol abuse is detrimental to our society because of peer pressure, the need for young people to escape their lives and forget their troubles, or drown their sorrow. “(pbskids.org,my life.) Alcohol can cause early death in life”. Alcohol can make the body do things that you will not remember and can cause health issues. Not all people abuse alcohol. Some…

one simple decision. Alcohol can be a deviant act in someone’s daily life. It also is something that can change a person, a family, a life, and this world all in one bottle. People drink their lives away thinking that there is not a worry or care in the world, when in reality, it is a whole different story. While people spend fortunes on alcoholic beverages, there can be a human price to pay at the end. Fortunately, people can make the choice whether to get help with their alcohol addictions, or…

Alcohol takes over the lives of many individuals around the world. Just about every person knows someone or has been someone that has drank alcohol. Alcohol is currently one of the top drugs that is abused. Alcohol effects the mind, body, emotions, and even relationships with people closest to you. But what leads someone to alcohol? Is it stress, home life complications, to forget someone or something, or even the thought of a good time coming from consumption? There are many reasons for someone…

an individual with a private practice and no additional code of ethics from an organization or overhead. Additionally, there are other codes Dr. Smith may consider due to his specialization in the treatment of truck drivers with active chemical dependence. Dr. Smith should also consider The National Association for Addiction and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) Code of Ethics among other resources including the Code of Federal Regulations and the United…