Alcohol Use Disorder

Question 1

Alcohol Use Disorder / Alcoholism

Answer 1

A disease in which a person has a physical and psychological dependence on alcohol. There is NO CURE, only life long recovery.

Question 2

Withdrawal

Answer 2

the discomfort and distress that follow discontinuing an addictive drug or behavior

Question 3

Delerium Tremens (DTs)

Answer 3

a rapid onset of confusion usually caused by withdrawal from alcohol; symptoms include shaking, confusion, and hallucinations

Question 4

Early stage (alcoholism)

Answer 4

Drinks often to relieve stress, leading to a necessity for stress management

Question 5

Middle stage (alcoholism)

Answer 5

Drinker denies/tries to hide the problem, drinks when alone, drinks first thing in the morning

Question 6

Late stage (alcoholism)

Answer 6

Drinker becomes aggressive &/or isolates themselves from friends/family, malnutrition occurs & if try to quit they experience withdrawal

Question 7

Tolerance

Answer 7

The body needs more of a substance to feel the SAME effects it used to with LESS of the substance.

Question 8

90%

Answer 8

The percentage of individuals who become addicted and began drinking BEFORE the age of 21.

Question 9

10%

Answer 9

The percentage of individuals who become addicted and DID NOT drink before the age of 21.