Alcohol Addiction
Alcohol is by far one of the most widely abused drugs in the world. With bars found within short driving distances of most homes and alcohol sold over the counter at many stores accross North America, it is no wonder it is such an easy drug to abuse. Most people find Alcohol relaxes them and allows them to deal with every day stress. It is a CNS (Central Nervous System) depressant so it slows the heart and respiration rate. However regular and prolonged use can lead to liver failure, and heart disease. Also people suffering from Alcohol addictions can harm the people around them unintentionally and put people at risk by driving while under the influence. It is essential to the well being of the addict as well as those around that person to find the help they deserve before allowing it to consume them completely.
- In 2005 according to the CDC (Center for Disease Control) there were 21,634 Alcohol related fatalities which were not related to accidents or homocide with the liver disease related fatalities at almost 13,000.
- Around one third of the US population has reported binge drinking at least once a year
- In 2007 almost 13,000 deaths occurred as a result of drinking and driving related accidents
