The exact cause of alcoholism is unknown, but, much like other addictions, scientists believe that the causes of alcohol addiction are 50% genetic and 50% environmental. While addiction to alcohol begins primarily on a psychological basis, heavy drinkers can soon develop a serious physical dependence on the drug. What is Alcoholism? With over 87%
When some people try alcohol or drugs for the first time, it starts a cycle of addiction that can last many years, and in some cases, a lifetime. For other people, trying alcohol and drugs may be a once-in-a-lifetime experience– that is, they try the substance once in their lifetime, and never do so again.
Drinking alcohol at any time during a pregnancy can cause serious health problems for a growing baby in the womb, such as fetal alcohol syndrome. Alcohol includes wine, wine coolers, beer and liquor. But binge drinking while pregnant is especially detrimental to a pregnancy. Binge drinking is defined as drinking four or more drinks in
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