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ALCOHOLISM
Alcoholism is a chronic, progressive illness involving excessive ingestion of ethyl alcohol either in the form of beverages or as a constituent of other substances (e. ...
The development of alcoholism as opposed to heavy drinking has been thought of as a symptom of psychological or social stress as a learned, maladaptive coping behaviour. ...
Alcoholism develops over a period of years. ...
Moderate or temperate use of alcohol is not harmful but heavy drinking is associated with alcoholism and numerous other health problems. ...
TREATMENT
The treatment of this illness increasingly recognises alcoholism as the primary problem needing attention. ... As the public becomes more aware of the nature of alcoholism, alcoholics and their families tend to conceal the condition less. ...
It is estimated that the economic costs related to alcoholism exceed $100 billion per year. ... )
Whereas in South Africa the economic costs related to alcoholism are approximately R900 000 000 per year.
The general public and city council combat alcoholism in the following ways:
· not allowing alcohol to be served to minors (<18 years)
· not allowing bottle stores near educational institutions
· all advertising for alcohol must carry an age restriction
· traffic authorities conduct random checks for drunken driving
· people driving under the influence are prosecuted
Beverage Alc/vol (%) Alc/mass(%)
Light beer (lager, pilsener) 4-6 3-5
Heavy beer (ale, stout) 6-8 5-7
Natural wine (chardonnay, merlot) 9-14 7-12
Fortified wine (port, sherry) 16-20 13-16
Liqueurs 30 24
Spirits (vodka, brandy) 43 35
Beverage Volume (in 3 hours) Blood alcohol level
Beer 1000ml 0. ...
Alcoholism can occur in both males and females and in all age groups. ... Chronic alcoholism can lead to a degenerative condition of the brain known as Korsakoff’s psychosis.
Approximate Word count = 1535
Approximate Pages = 6.1
(250 words per page double spaced)
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