Health - Global Strategy to Reduce the Use of Alcohol Flashcards
6 types of things that alcohol can bring to an individual who consumes it excessively
injury
neglect or abuse
default on social role
property damage
toxic effects
loss of amenity or peace of mind
it can happen to others individuals that can either be intentional or unintentional
injury
can affect for example, a child, a partner, or a person in the drinker’s care
neglect or abuse
can involve the drinker’s role as a family member, as a friend, and/or as a worker
default on social role
can involve damage for example, to clothing, to a car, or to a building
property damage
most notably fetal alcohol syndrome and preterm birth complications
toxic effects
can influence family members, friends, coworkers, and strangers who may, for example, be kept awake or frightened by the actions of the drinker
loss of amenity or peace of mind
they recognize the harmful use of alcohol as a serious international health concern
WHO