Alcoholism remains an urgent problem at all times. Many centuries ago, man learned to cook and drink alcohol. First, honey and fermented fruits were used, then wine was made.
In China, rice was used to make alcohol, in India - barley, millet and in Iran - hemp. I first learned about beer in Egypt. Alcoholic beverages quickly became popular.
Today there are many different types of alcohol that ruin people’s lives, ruin families, completely change a person.
How dangerous is alcohol? Is it possible to reject it?
The concept of alcoholism
If a person drinks too much alcohol, he is called an alcoholic. But they talk about alcoholism when a person exceeds the traditional dose of alcohol. Some doctors refer to alcohol abuse as a serious illness because it leads to physical and mental dependence, resulting in withdrawal symptoms. Also, the consequence of alcohol is serious disease of internal organs, nervous system, mental disorders.
It is important to distinguish between intoxication and alcoholism. As a rule, intoxication is always a consequence of alcoholism. The following stages of alcohol consumption can be distinguished:
- Convinced Teetotaler- I do not drink alcohol at all.
- Rare use of alcohol, only on vacation.
- Moderate alcohol consumption- three times a month.
- Alcohol abuse. . . This group includes drunkards who drink too often and cannot control how much they drink. Special attention is paid to persons who have pronounced signs of alcoholism. They can not give up their addiction because they are worried about hangover and psychosis.
Myths about the use of alcoholic beverages
- The first myth.Alcoholics are the ones who drink cheap drinks every day. In fact, this is not the case, there are different forms of alcoholism.
- The second myth.Drunkenness is not very dangerous for health, but unpleasant for others. Many people think that alcohol abuse is not as frightening as drugs and other dangerous substances. In fact, alcohol leads to serious liver disease, heart disorders and can also cause pulmonary tuberculosis, chronic bronchitis and peptic ulcer disease.
- The third myth.Alcoholism can only be in someone who is addicted to it. This is not true! Anyone can become addicted to alcohol.
- The fourth myth.It is impossible to relax without alcohol. There are many other ways to relieve stress, such as working out in the gym, relaxing with family.
Reasons for alcohol dependence
There are three main reasons for alcohol abuse:
- Biological.Beinshte proved that most often alcoholism is a consequence of a genetic predisposition. It is believed that if parents abuse alcohol, then 50% of the fact that the child in the future will be addicted to it.
- Psychological.As a rule, alcoholism develops in people who are inactive and weak-willed. In some situations, alcoholism is provoked by psychogenic trauma, grief, lack of work, and leisure.
- Socio-economic.The sale of alcohol is not prohibited. This is a kind of business that brings good income.
What are the consequences of alcohol abuse?
mEDICAL
Alcohol affects the central nervous system, liver, and also leads to myocardial infarction, to acute circulatory disorders in the brain. But in pregnant women, a child is born with various pathologies, defects. Too often, alcohol during pregnancy leads to the death of children.
sOciaL
Alcoholism is the leading cause of crime and disability. Due to the fact that a person abuses alcohol, his performance decreases.
How to deal with addiction?
Remember, in this case, the bans do not apply. Psychotherapists are convinced that this helps more:
- Forming an attitude towards a healthy lifestyle.
- Bindja.
- Get rid of alcoholic myths.
- Communicating with sober and healthy people.
Specific prevention of alcoholism includes:
- Prohibition of sale.
- Age bans on alcohol.
- Penalties.
Indirect prevention includes a reduction in the dose of alcohol as well as an increase in culture and education.
Why is it better to give up alcohol?
- It all ends with serious illness.
- The problem does not disappear, but only grows and accumulates.
- Alcohol leads to brain damage. Importers It is important to note that cells do not regenerate over time.
- To achieve the desired effect, the alcoholic uses more and more different alcoholic beverages, not paying attention to their harm.
It is worth noting that at first, due to alcohol, a person slows down a bit, then over time he completely ceases to control himself, he has problems with memory, coordination of movements is impaired. After a while, inhibition affects the nerve center responsible for the vital functions of the body: body temperature, respiration, cardiac activity.
Alcohol negatively affects the reproductive system, over time affects the genetic apparatus, therefore a child is born mentally underdeveloped, with various mental and physical pathologies. Scientists in France have proven that there are many cases of stillbirths or birth defects when the mother drank alcohol throughout her pregnancy.
So to build a strong family with healthy offspring, it may be worthwhile to reconsider your bad habits. We do not argue, after drinking alcohol, you have fun, well, quiet, but what about the next day? Frustration, emptiness, headache and boredom again. You do not need to build your life into bad habits, they bring temporary pleasure. Learn to enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Then you turn around and see how beautiful the world around you is. Take care of your health, do not let vices break you!