Alcohol

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Alcohols Effects on the Body
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Brain

• Central Nervous System Alcohol is a Depressant,
  which makes your reactions slower. Coordination
  is impaired, and speech is affected.

3
Lungs

• A small amount of alcohol can be exhaled through
  respiration.
• Binge drinking slows respiration.

4
Stomach

• Irritation, can cause ulcers
• Food can lessen the effects of alcohol on the
  stomach

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Liver

• 90 of alcohol is metabolized by the liver (1/2
  oz. per hour)
• Cirrhosis- scarring of the liver

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Small Intestine

• Site where alcohol is absorbed into the
  bloodstream

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Cardiovascular System

• Alcohol causes blood vessels to dilate, which
  lowers body temperature
• Slows heart rate.

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Kidneys

• More urination leading to dehydration
  of body cells.

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Reproductive organs

• Affects inhibitions
• Interferes with sexual function.

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Influences of Alcohols Effects

• Type of drink
• Amount
• Time
• Body weight Composition

• Empty or full stomach
• Mental/ emotional state
• Previous experience

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Teen Drinking

• Resources to help teens
• Teachers, friends, family, counselors
• Alateen, Alanon, Valley Clinic