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Alcohol, Lesson 3 (Treatment (recovery (the process of learning to live an…

- - - - an addict who is dependent on alcohol
      - can be aggressive and violent or others will be withdrawn
  - - - may begin with social drinkings
      - psychological dependence develops
      - memory loss and blackouts
      - lie and make excuses to justify drinking
    - - cannot stop drinking and is physically dependent on alcohol
      - drinker tries to hide the problem
      - performance at job, school, and at home suffers
    - - person is addicted
      - liver may be damaged
      - less alcohol is required for drunkeness
      - withdrawal from stopping drinking
- - - - slow reflexes
      - reduced ability to judge distances and speeds
      - increase in risk-taking behaviors
      - reduced concentration and increased forgetfulness
  - - - injuries to or death of the driver and others
      - arrest, jail time, court appearance and fine or bail, a police record, and possible lawsuits
      - severely restricted driving privileges and/ or immediate confiscation of driver's license
      - higher auto insurance rates or a canceled insurance policy
- - - - small head and deformities of face, hands , or feet
      - heart, liver, and kidney defects
      - vision and hearing problems
      - central nervous system problems, developmental disabilities, and poor coordination
      - difficulties learning and short attention span
      - hyperactivity, anziety, and social withdrawal