Alcoholism seems to be a big problem in this country. Too many people suffer from alcohol abuse and dependence. Do you agree?
Absolutely. I think some people deny that it is a problem for them which just causes more problems, and then others dont know its a problem when it is.
I agree. Alcohol is particularly dangerous because it can affect the brain, heart, liver, pancreas and even your immune system. It's amazing the damage it can do to someone's body.
Yes it can, people die from it, like millions in the US every year probably
That number wouldn't surprise me because alcoholism can actually increase someone's risk of cancer. It can also cause cirrhosis of the live and even mental illness! It's sad that some people can't stop drinking, even when their lives depend on it.
Also drinking not only can kill the person inflicting it on themselves, but others around them too, like when they are driving and such.
response, liver cirrhosis and increased cancer risk, among other diseases. Drinking during pregnancy can cause damage to the baby resulting in fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. Women are generally more sensitive than men to the harmful physical and mental effects of alcohol.
Environmental factors and genetics are two components associated with alcoholism, with about half the risk attributed to each. Someone with a parent or sibling with alcoholism is three to four times more likely to become an alcoholic themselves. Environmental factors include social, cultural and behavioral influences. High stress
playing Mandy, I have realised just how many young people it affects. I think it is really tragic that we have teenagers in this country sleeping out on the streets. And it isn't a problem that will go away. I just hope that by drawing attention to the problem in "EastEnders" more people will be willing to help [...] It is important that people realise that anyone can end up homeless. If you lose your flat or your job, you can end up in a downward spiral that will