Chapter 8: Alcohol Information - Video 2

Overview

Misuse
- Overconsumption leading to temporary effects like hangovers.
- Not resulting in serious long-term health issues.
- Common in college students; behavior may change post-graduation.
Alcohol Abuse
- Negative consequences at home, work, or school.
- Includes dangerous behaviors like drinking and driving.

Craving: Strong desire to consume alcohol similar to cravings for food or activities.
Loss of Control: Inability to stick to plans regarding alcohol consumption.
Tolerance: Needing more alcohol to achieve the same effects.
Withdrawal Symptoms: Physical dependence causing potentially life-threatening withdrawal.

Genetic predisposition if an immediate family member has substance use disorder.
Mental health issues such as anxiety or depression may increase risk.
Dysfunctional parenting could contribute, either from neglect or over-involvement.
Social factors: Acceptability of social drinking and peer influence.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): A 12-step program, widely recognized but not universally effective.
Al-Anon: Support for families and friends of those with substance use disorder.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Provide resources and counseling related to substance use.
Pharmacological Treatments:
- Inabuse: Causes illness when alcohol is consumed, deterring drinking.
- Other medications: Block pleasure receptors to reduce the desire for alcohol.

Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
- BAC of 0.08 or above constitutes DUI.
- Aggravated DUI for BAC of 0.15 or higher, considered a felony.
Underage Drinking
- No tolerance law: Any BAC for minors can result in citation.
- Minor in Possession (MIP): Illegal for under-21 to possess alcohol, even on private property.
Public Intoxication
- Based on visible intoxication signs and potential danger to oneself or public disturbance.
- Common citations in Stillwater: Fighting and public urination.

Make sure to review these key concepts and prepare any questions for clarification in the next session.