Alcohol sometimes referred with its street name of booze is a nervous system depressant and is used in liquid form. Types of alcohol include beer, wine and liquor. Alcohol is seen by many as a more socially acceptable drug, but that’s not to say it’s any less dangerous than other drugs. More alcohol causes greater changes in the brain, resulting in intoxication. People who have overused alcohol may stagger, lose their coordination, and slur their speech.

They will probably be confused and disoriented. Depending on the person, intoxication can make someone very friendly and talkative or very aggressive and angry. alcohol is harmful to some people, while others find it enjoyable when used in moderation.

Alcohol is an addictive substance. Repeated high volume consumption leads to reduced sensitivity to the drug effects (tolerance). Removal is accompanied by recognized withdrawal syndrome, and a proportion of all individuals who consume alcohol become dependent.

Alcohol abuse is a major factor in thousands of preventable injuries and premature deaths due to crashes, falls, suicides, fires, drowning and homicides.