Alcoholism

Alcoholism is the continued drinking of alcohol in spite of it causing problems. Some definitions require evidence of dependence and withdrawal. Problematic alcohol use has been mentioned in the earliest historical records. Alcohol is addictive, and heavy long-term use results in many negative health and social consequences. It can devastate all organ systems, but especially affects the brain, heart, liver, pancreas, and immune system. Heavy usage can result in trouble sleeping, and severe cognitive issues like dementia, brain damage, or Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome. Physical effects comprise of irregular heartbeat, impaired immune response, cirrhosis, increased cancer risk, and severe withdrawal symptoms if stopped suddenly. The development of alcoholism is attributed to environment and genetics equally. Environmental factors include social, cultural and behavioral influences. High stress levels and anxiety, as well as alcohol's low cost and easy accessibility, increase the risk. Medically, alcoholism is considered both a physical and mental illness. To prevent alcoholism, many ways need to be taken. Maintain a healthy lifestyle. Try to quite alcoholism. Laws about alcoholism should be tightened. Governments should ban the selling of alcohol to children, and driving under influence(DUI). Public awareness about alcoholism should be conducted. Thank you.