Street Names: Booze, tipple, hooch, juice, sauce
Alcohol, or ethanol, is a depressant drug. It is legal and one of the most widely used recreational drugs in the world. It is produced by fermenting grains, fruits, or other sources of sugar.
Alcohol consumption is a causal factor in more than 200 diseases, injuries, and other health conditions. It slows parts of the brain that affect thinking, behavior, breathing, and heart rate.
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Drinking Patterns
Understanding different drinking patterns can help us recognize risks and make informed choices.
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One of our team members shares their inspiring story of recovery from alcohol dependence.
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