Alcohol intoxication, also known in overdose as alcohol poisoning, [1] commonly described as drunkenness or inebriation, [10] is the behavior and physical effects caused by a recent consumption of alcohol. [6] [11] In addition to the toxicity of ethanol, the main psychoactive component of alcoholic beverages, other physiological symptoms may arise from the activity of acetaldehyde, a metabolite of alcohol. [12] These effects may not arise until hours after ingestion and may contribute to the condition colloquially known as a hangover.

Bales, Robert F. "Attitudes toward Drinking in the Irish Culture". In: Pittman, David J. and Snyder, Charles R. (Eds.) Society, Culture and Drinking Patterns. New York: Wiley, 1962, pp.157–187. Zakhari, Samir (2006). "Overview: how is alcohol metabolized by the body?". Alcohol Research & Health. 29 (4): 245–254. ISSN 1535-7414. PMC 6527027. PMID 17718403. Katz, Brigit (4 October 2018). "Birds Are Acting Erratically in Minnesota. Blame It on the Alcohol". Smithsonian . Retrieved 5 October 2018. Understanding the signs can also help people take action to deal with their problems. Although binge drinking, frequently being drunk, and alcoholism all benefit from high-quality rehabilitation services, knowing that you have specific signs and symptoms gives you a sense of confirmation and urgency to get better. Characteristics of Drunk PersonsWhen you notice one or more of these signs developing, it is best to seek professional help right away. Targeting alcoholism in its earlier stages means a higher chance of success towards addiction recovery. Are The Effects of Alcoholism Reversible? Ethanol Level: Reference Range, Interpretation, Collection and Panels". Medscape. 22 April 2018 . Retrieved 24 May 2018. People having drunk heavily for several days or weeks may have withdrawal symptoms after the acute intoxication has subsided. [47] Some religious groups permit the consumption of alcohol; some permit consumption but prohibit intoxication; others prohibit any amount of alcohol consumption altogether. Many denominations of Christianity, such as Catholicism, Orthodoxy and Lutheranism, use wine as a part of the Eucharist and permit its consumption, but consider it sinful to become intoxicated. [57] While the medication metadoxine may speed the breakdown of alcohol, use in alcohol intoxication requires further study as of 2017. [6] [43] It is approved in a number of countries in Europe, as well as India and Brazil. [43]

It is ideal not to wait before such irreversible complications happen due to alcohol addiction. By getting help for alcoholism, one can also prevent the life-altering health and wellness damages it can bring. Getting Help With Drinking: How To Get Started In some countries, there are special facilities, sometimes known as " drunk tanks", for the temporary detention of persons found to be drunk. Changes in life dynamics such as isolation, occupational difficulties, and relationship challenges associated with drinking alcohol We noted that the advertised game encouraged participants to drink alcohol and complete dares and considered lines such as “UK’s most irresponsible drinking game”, “brutally exciting drinking game”, “Warning: This game is NOT for snowflakes”, “Brutal drinking game”, “Not for the SNOWFLAKES”, “Not for the faint of heart” and showing the “dare” cards portrayed drinking alcohol as a challenge. Furthermore, we considered that the ads encouraged people to behave in irresponsible and daring ways when drinking alcohol. The ruling is a good example of how not to conduct alcohol marketing and will serve as a useful reminder that ignorance is not a defence when it comes to marketing. Brands should therefore take care when targeting their advertisements for alcohol and ensure that they consider the overall effect of their advertising, including imagery, wording and the tone of the advertising, particularly when showing people handling and consuming alcohol.AdviceOnline entries provide guidance on interpreting the UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing. a b c d e f g h i j k l m Jung, YC; Namkoong, K (2014). Alcohol: intoxication and poisoning – diagnosis and treatment. Handbook of Clinical Neurology. Vol.125. pp.115–21. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-444-62619-6.00007-0. ISBN 9780444626196. PMID 25307571. a b c Kumar, Sandeep; Porcu, Patrizia; Werner, David; Matthews, Douglas; Diaz-Granados, Jamie; Helfand, Rebecca; Morrow, Leslie (2009). "The role of GABA A receptors in the acute and chronic effects of ethanol: a decade of progress". Psychopharmacology. 205 (4): 529–64. doi: 10.1007/s00213-009-1562-z. PMC 2814770. PMID 19455309. a b Garfunkel, Lynn C.; Kaczorowski, Jeffrey; Christy, Cynthia (2007). Pediatric Clinical Advisor E-Book: Instant Diagnosis and Treatment. Elsevier Health Sciences. p.13. ISBN 9780323070584. Belenko, Steven; Spohn, Cassia (2014). Drugs, Crime, and Justice. SAGE Publications. p.PT21. ISBN 9781483355429.

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