Alcohol is made by fermenting yeast with either grains, fruits or vegetables.
How it’s Used: Consumed by drinking
Effects: Alcohol is absorbed into a person’s bloodstream through the stomach lining and slows down the central nervous system.
Side Effects
Physical and psychological addiction (alcoholism), Impaired judgment and self-control, Slurred speech, Altered perceptions and emotions, Loss of coordination, Blackouts (memory loss), Vitamin deficiencies, Stomach ailments (ulcers), Skin problems, Sexual impotence, Damage to central nervous system, Cirrhosis of the liver, Increased risk of heart disease/stroke, Coma, Death due to alcohol poisoning
Remedies
Here are some sites that offer remedies for drugs including Alcohol.
- DrugHelp.org is a private, non-profit information and referral network providing information on specific drugs and treatment options, and referrals to public and private treatment programs, self-help groups, family support groups and crisis centers throughout the United States.
- Narconon Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment for Addiction. High success rate. Offers Narconon Drug Prevention and Education Services.
- Church Of Scientology International Drug Solutions presents information on effective drug education, drug prevention and drug rehabilitation.
- Drug Education Council offers ways to prevent drug abuse and become better informed about current local and national community awareness efforts.
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