Question

Describe in brief bad effects, prevention and cure of Alcoholism.

Answer 1

Effects of alcoholism:

1. Aggression

2. Eating less than normal

3. Hypoglycemia

3. Memory lapses

4. Unable to work without alcohol

5. Depression

6. Schizophrenia

7. Cirrhosis, scarring of the liver

8. Brain damage

9. Heart damage

10. Ulcers

Prevention and cure of alcoholism:

1. Brief intervention: Emphasizing the side effects on body, family, friends, occupation.

2. Support from family and loved ones

3. Medication

4. Therapy

5. Detox

6. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program