This document discusses the prevention of alcoholism for a healthy society. It notes that alcoholism is a medical illness caused by a variety of social, psychological, and genetic factors. Preventing alcoholism requires addressing its social and psychological contributors, combating myths about alcoholism, understanding the health effects and stages of alcohol dependence, developing a treatment plan, and providing community support for those struggling with addiction and their families. The overall message is that a collaborative effort is needed to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent the personal and societal harms of alcoholism.
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Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a broad term for any drinking of alcohol that results in mental or physical health problems. The disorder was previously divided into two types: alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence.
All drugs, including alcohol, chemically alter the mind and body. As a result, use of drugs and/or alcohol can impair motor skills, hinder judgment, distort perception, decrease reaction time and interfere with other skills necessary to do a job safely and efficiently.
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Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a broad term for any drinking of alcohol that results in mental or physical health problems. The disorder was previously divided into two types: alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence.
All drugs, including alcohol, chemically alter the mind and body. As a result, use of drugs and/or alcohol can impair motor skills, hinder judgment, distort perception, decrease reaction time and interfere with other skills necessary to do a job safely and efficiently.
Alcohol consumption rising fast in India
Definitions according to APA dictionary of psychology, 2015
Alcoholism Test
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Withdrawal
Some of the Sources of Alcohol
“Escape through Alcoholism” -Swami Akhilananda
Holistic Remedies
Its defined as patterns of drinking or using drugs (prescription and illicit) that result in harm to a person’s health, well-being, relationships, and productivity. A person who abuses drugs and alcohol is not necessarily an addict. However, abuse of these substances is a risk factor for developing an addiction because continuous abuse can lead to physical and psychological dependence.
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Most definition of normal personality includes some or all of the following features,
Present since adolescence.
Stable overtime despite fluctuations in mood.
Manifest in different environment.
Recognizable to friends and acquaintance.
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Alcoholics Anonymous AA
Alcoholics Anonymous, often referred to simply as AA, is an international fellowship of people working together to overcome their addictions to alcohol.
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Alcohol consumption rising fast in India
Definitions according to APA dictionary of psychology, 2015
Alcoholism Test
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Withdrawal
Some of the Sources of Alcohol
“Escape through Alcoholism” -Swami Akhilananda
Holistic Remedies
Its defined as patterns of drinking or using drugs (prescription and illicit) that result in harm to a person’s health, well-being, relationships, and productivity. A person who abuses drugs and alcohol is not necessarily an addict. However, abuse of these substances is a risk factor for developing an addiction because continuous abuse can lead to physical and psychological dependence.
Personality disorder ppt MENTAL HEALTH NURSINGvihang tayde
Most definition of normal personality includes some or all of the following features,
Present since adolescence.
Stable overtime despite fluctuations in mood.
Manifest in different environment.
Recognizable to friends and acquaintance.
http://www.yellowstonerecovery.com/treatment-options.aspx | When a family member grapples with addiction, it affects the whole family. Learn how genetics and environment play a role in alcoholism. Inpatient alcohol rehabilitation can help alcoholics and their families cope.
Alcoholics Anonymous AA
Alcoholics Anonymous, often referred to simply as AA, is an international fellowship of people working together to overcome their addictions to alcohol.
World-Renowned Doctor Saves This Dying Grandma's Life By Uncovering The 10 Second Ancient “Fat Hack” That Removes Up To 11 Pounds Of Deadly-Visceral-Fat Every 7 Days...
It’s time to move on and learn to drink less now!
And the good news is, you don’t have to tell anyone.
Unlike AA or abstaining, you will naturally be drinking less, while feeling calmer and more confident around the people who used to monitor or judge you about your drinking.
Everything you need to know and learn has been put into this program so you can learn to drink less now, irrespective of your past drinking days.
There are lots of reasons why you might want to stop drinking alcohol. For some people, it’s a lifestyle change - to say goodbye to hangovers, sleep better, lose excess weight and have more energy. It might even be for a challenge, to buddy someone else who is giving up alcohol, or to raise money for charity.
For other people, stopping drinking can be essential for medical reasons. Perhaps because of an alcohol-related medical condition like liver disease, or because they start taking medication that reacts badly with alcohol.
Whatever your reason, the good news is that anyone can stop drinking. And if you’re thinking about removing alcohol from your life, you’re not alone.
Do you realize that national surveys have suggested that nearly
fourteen-million Americans, that's one in thirteen grownups, abuse
alcohol or are alcoholic? For many adults, moderate alcohol use (1-2
drinks daily for men and 1 drink daily for women and elderly) isn't
harmful.
As a matter of fact, moderate alcohol use has indicated to have a
favorable effect on cardiac health, and may be a pleasant plus to
social affairs. But, unhealthy alcohol abuse may be life-threatening.
Heavy drinking has been evidenced to step-up one's risk for
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Alcoholism has became the one of the leading cause for kidney and liver diseases. In India alcoholism is the root cause of poverty, unemployment, domestic conflicts, occupational disputes and deaths all together. Several Indian studies have shown the increased risk of suicide due to alcohol dependency. Thus it has became the global cause for depletion of human species all way round. Awareness, prevention, promotion, restoration and maintenance of health should be held up as essential base to work on for diverting the substance use/abuse and misuse and directing towards the sober community norms step by step to reduce intoxication, dependency, tolerance, conditioned learning and addiction as a whole.
2. Alcohol is a drug
and
“Alcoholism” is a
recognized medical
illness acquired by
those susceptible to
it, who begin drinking
for many reasons.
3. Usually, a variety of factors contribute to the
development of a problem with alcohol.
Social factors such as the influence of family,
peers and society, and the availability of alcohol.
Psychological factors such as elevated levels of
stress, inadequate coping mechanisms, and
reinforcement of alcohol use from other drinkers
can contribute to alcoholism.
Also, the factors contributing to initial alcohol
use may vary from those maintaining it, once
the disease develops.
4. Repeatedly neglecting your Using alcohol in situations where
responsibilities at home, work, or it’s physically dangerous, such as
school because of your drinking. For drinking and driving, operating
example, performing poorly at machinery while intoxicated, or
work, flunking classes, neglecting mixing alcohol with prescription
your kids or skipping out on medication against doctor’s orders.
commitments because you’re hung
over. Drinking as a way to relax or de-
Physical dependence on alcohol. stress. Many drinking problems
If you rely on alcohol to function or start when people use alcohol to
feel physically compelled to drink, self-soothe and relieve stress.
you’re an alcoholic.
Experiencing repeated legal Continuing to drink even though
problem on account of your your alcohol use is causing
drinking. problems in your relationships.
5.
6. FACTS ABOUT ALCOHOLISM- MYTHS ABOUT ALCHOLISM-
It takes the liver about one Myth #1: I can stop drinking
hour to break down one drink anytime I want to.
of alcohol Myth #2: My drinking
10-15% alcohol users develop is my problem. I’m the one who
alcohol dependence . hurts, so no one has the right to
62.5 million Alcohol users are tell me to stop.
estimated in India. Myth #3: I don’t drink every day,
so I can’t be an alcoholic OR I
Third largest market for only drink wine or beer, so I can’t
alcoholic beverages in India, be an alcoholic.
attracts the attention of multi Myth #4: I’m not an alcoholic
national liquor companies all because I have a job and I’m
over the place doing okay.
Taxes generated from alcohol Myth #5: Drinking is not a “real”
production & sale is the major addiction like drug abuse.
source of revenue.
7. heart damage brain damage with
high blood pressure mood and personality
liver disease changes
cancers of the concentration and
digestive system memory problems
other digestive system nutrition-related
disorders (eg stomach problems
ulcers) risks to unborn babies.
sexual impotence and Impacts on
reduced fertility relationships, finances,
risk of breast cancer work and legal
sleeping difficulties problems.
8.
9. STAGES AVERAGE EFFECTS
CONSUMPTION
Feeling of well-being Up to .05 g% •Talkative
•Relaxed
•More confident
Some raised risk 0.05-.08 g% •Over confidence
•Judgment and
•movement impaired
Moderately raised 0.15-.30 g% • walking difficulty
state •Apathetic sleepy
•breathing problems
•Memory loss
•Loss f bladder control
•Possible loss of
consciousness
Death Over .30 g% •Coma
•Death
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12.
13. Acc to Barker Prevention is-
“Actions taken by social
workers and others to
minimize or eliminate those
social, psychological, or
other conditions known to
contribute to physical or
emotional illnesses.
Prevention includes
establishing those
conditions in society that
enhance the opportunities
for individuals, families and
communities to achieve
positive fulfillment.”
14. Step 1 - Commit to stop drinking
Evaluate the costs and benefits of Drinking.
Step 2- Set goals and prepare for change
Get rid of temptations.
Be upfront about your new limits.
Avoid bad influences.
Learn from the past
Step 3- Get sober safely
One should start slowly.
Step 4- Find new meaning in life
Take care of yourself.
Develop new interests and activities.
15. Step 5- Plan for triggers and cravings
Practice saying “no” to alcohol in social situations.
Distract yourself until the urge passes.
Remind yourself of your reasons for not drinking.
Step 6- Get support
Step 7- Getting started on treatment
There’s no magic bullet or single treatment that works for
everyone. Everyone’s needs are different, so it’s important
that you find a program that feels right to you.
16. Some people can stop drinking
The symptoms of alcohol
on their own, while others need
withdrawal range from mild to
medical supervision in order to
severe, and include:
withdraw from alcohol safely
and comfortably. Which option
Headache,Shaking,Sweating
is best for you depends on how
Nausea or vomiting
much you’ve been drinking, how
Anxiety and restlessness
long you’ve had a problem, and
Stomach cramps and diarrhea
other health issues you may
Trouble sleeping or
have.
concentrating
Elevated heart rate and blood
When you drink heavily and
pressure.
frequently, your body becomes
Call 911 or go to the emergency
physically dependent on alcohol
room if you experience any of
and goes through withdrawal if
the following withdrawal
you suddenly stop drinking.
symptoms.
17. Alcohol addiction is a curse not only to the
individual, but also to his/her family, society
and nation .
Hence, we should provide mental & social
support to care-givers, families of severely
alcoholic dependent people.
And should create strong awareness towards
healthy styles of living.
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21. Designed and Created By-
SHALINI CHAURASIA
BTB/09/2009
AMITY INSTITUTE OF BIOTECHNOLOGY