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To avoid the negative effects from alcohol one should abstain from drinking, or only drink at a party or event, if you are of legal age. Teens should not become involved with people that drink alcohol because that raises their chances of being exposed to alcohol them self. If one does choose to drink alcohol, when of legal age, they should be safe and only drink a little bit on special occasions to be safe.

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Treatment for alcoholics start by them identifying and admitting that there is a problem. The second step in recovering from alcoholism is detoxification, this is making one's body free from alcohol. This is often hard for alcoholics because their body has become dependent on alcohol. This step may have to be taken in a hospital. The next step of recovery is rehabilitation. This is where the alcoholic is restored to health or normal life. This can be done both at home with family and supporters, or at a rehab center. The last step of recovery for alcoholics is to find support. This may be with a friend or family member or even a counselor or therapist.

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Alcohol has many long term effects. Drinking alcohol regularly can cause the body to become tolerant of alcohol. This means the body will need more alcohol to achieve the original effects. The body can also become dependent on alcohol if drinken regularly. This means the body will not be able to function without alcohol. Brain damage is another long term effect of alcohol. Alcohol kills nerve cells that do not grow back causing brain damage. Mouth, tongue, esophagus, and stomach cancer can also be caused by long term alcohol use. Alcohol can also cause digestive problems like indigestion, heartburn, ulcers, and diarrhea. Heart disease is another long term effect of alcohol. Liver damage and cirrhosis can also be long term effects of alcohol. Many of these effects can cause death.

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Short term effects of alcohol include impaired vision, hearing, and reaction time. This can ultimately cause motor vehicle crashes and death. Other short term effects of alcohol include synergism, this can happen if alcohol is taken with another drug. Mixing two drugs can be deadly. Overdose is another short term effect of alcohol. This happens when BAC is extremely high. Overdosing on alcohol can cause alcohol poisoning and death. Other short term effects include Breathing rates, pulse, and blood pressure to decrease causing blackouts, comas, or death. Blackouts are periods of times that a drinker is conscious but can't recall what happened. A coma is when one becomes unconscious for a period of time.

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Alcohol can cause both immediate and long term health problems that can cause death. One is at risk to die if they drive while intoxicated. In fact 40% of fatal car accidents involve alcohol. Not only can one be killed in a car accident caused by alcohol, but alcohol can also cause deadly diseases. One can overdose if their BAC is extremely high, this can cause death by alcohol poisoning. Alcohol can also cause cancer in the mouth, tongue, esophagus, stomach, and more. These cancers can ultimately lead to death. Heart disease is also another deadly disease that alcohol can cause. Another fatal disease that alcohol can cause is cirrhosis. This is a liver disease where scar tissues replace healthy tissues and can often cause death.

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What is BAC and how does it affect teens?

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What is BAC and how does it affect teens?

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BAC stands for blood alcohol content. This is the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream and it is used to indicate whether or not a person is legally intoxicated and too drunk to drive. Teens are NOT legally allowed to drink alcohol. If their BAC is 0.08% or higher they are considered impaired. Consequences for teens drinking alcohol include being legally prosecuted, and possibly even death or manslaughter if they decided to drive impaired. Teens BAC should not excited 0.08% because they are not legally allowed to drink.

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Alcohol is a depressant drug. Depressant drugs affect the body by slowing down brain activity, and the central nervous system. It also slows body reaction and causes confusion, decreased alertness, poor coordination, blurred vision, and drowsiness. This drug makes one unable to make good choices.

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What are the effects of alcohol on teens?

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What are the effects of alcohol on teens?

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Young people that drink are more likely to be the victims of violent crime, alcohol-related traffic accidents, and to have depression and anxiety. They are more likely to be involved in violent behaviors, attempt suicide, engage in unprotected sex or have multiple sex partners, and develop alcohol problems in later life. They are also more likely to miss classes, fall behind in schoolwork, be injured, and damage property.

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What percent of teens have drank alcohol in the U.S

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What percent of teens have drank alcohol in the U.S

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About 78% of teens have tried at least one alcoholic beverage in the U.S.

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Negative effects of alcohol on different body systems. 

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Negative effects of alcohol on different body systems. 

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Digestive: Alcohol can damage the salivary glands and irritate the mouth and tongue leading to gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loose. Heavy drinking can cause ulcers in the esophagus, acid reflux, and heartburn.
Central Nervous: Alcohol can affect several parts of the brain. It contracts brain tissues, destroys brain cells, and depresses the central nervous system. Can cause problems with cognition and memory.
Circulatory: Alcohol is hard on the heart, it can trigger chronic heart conditions and ongoing problems with blood pressure which can lead to hormonal problems or strokes. It can also put you at risk for a heart attack.
Endocrine: Men or boys who drink large amounts of alcohol are at risk of loss of testosterone. They can experience erectile dysfunction and emotional changes.
Excretory: Alcohol can take a toll on the kidneys. This failure leads to retention of body fluids. Liver disease is also possible.