October 26, 2020

 

•It is the oldest and most widely used drug in the world

•It is the drinkable form of ethanol or ethyl alcohol

•Alcohol initially acts as a stimulant but it is a powerful central nervous system depressant

•2-3 drinks in an hour can impair judgment, 5 drinks in an hour can raise the blood alcohol level to .10% enough to be legally intoxicate in every state

•The alcohol level decreases about .01% per hour after a person stops drinking

•Alcohol addiction increases tolerance and the drinker needs greater amounts to achieve the same effect

If you notice a friend struggling find a trusted adult and reach out them.

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