Alcoholism

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In North America today alcoholism is one of the most widespread forms of drug misuse. Scientists say that the reason alcohol is so popular to people is because it is fulfilling, comforting, and is considered a "social brew." Individuals do not usually consider the fact that alcohol dulls the brain and confuses physical movements. This can lead to a lot of injuries, accidents, and death. Alcohol affects every part of an alcoholic's life: their body, their mind and their family life.
Adrenaline, which is meant to prepare the body for defense in the case of an emergency, is a chemical in the body that gives you a “natural high”. Alcohol tricks the body into giving off the chemical and in turn, gets the "natural high" feeling. The problem alcohol has is that when it goes to the brain, it blocks the synapses in the brain, that portion of the brain cannot perform its usual tasks; such as verbal communication, walking, seeing, etc. After the body has consumed a certain amount of alcohol, it cannot rely on the upper brain, to operate itself. Instead it depends on the lower brain, due to this the person will not know what they are doing or saying. Alcohol has a tremendous affect on the body. In small doses, alcohol has a tendency to provide warmth, confront and relaxation. But when the drinker is unable to control the amount he or she has, they become more outgoing, self confident, and uninhibited. Alcohol mostly affects the liver. Normally, the liver processes fat and converts them into calories, but it also can process alcohol. Upon exiting the liver, the alcohol is distributed through out other organs including the lungs, brain and kidneys. After alcohol reaches the brain, it numbs the frontal lobe, which has direct control over the judgment, visual perception and decision-making skills. Scientists believe this is what makes alcoholics believe they can conquer any task put before them. After drinking a good number of drinks everyday ove...