Ch. 10 Alcohol

Alcohol is considered a drug because

• it causes a change in a person's physical and emotional state

• it is a regulated substance

• it is made from naturally occurring substances such as sugar

• it is a naturally occurring substance found in beer and wine

Which of the following is not a short-term effect of alcohol?

• nausea

• vomiting

• enhanced vision

• brain damage

Which of the following is not a long-term effect of alcohol?

• hepatitis

• cirrhosis

• hangover

• brain damage

Which of the following is a good reason not to drink alcohol?

• Alcohol abuse is harmful to your body.

• It is illegal for people under the age of 21 to drink.

• It would disappoint my parents if I was caught drinking.

• All of the above

Drinking alcohol at inappropriate times is known as

• alcoholism

• alcohol abuse

• binge drinking

• intoxication

Which is not a stage of alcoholism?

• drinking and driving

• drinking problems

• addiction

• dependence

Which of the following is a warning sign of alcoholism?

• closer and better friendships

• better coping skills

• easygoing manner around people

• professional and personal relationship problems

Which of the following is a negative effect that alcohol can have on a family?

• violence

• unpredictable behavior

• children are often neglected and isolated

• all of the above

Which of the following effects does alcohol have on society?

• decrease in medical bills

• lost productivity due to alcohol-related illness and premature deaths

• fewer alcohol-related accidents

• decrease in crime

Which of the following is a treatment option for overcoming alcoholism?

• inpatient treatment center

• outpatient treatment center

• counseling and support groups

• all of the above