Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant. It effects virtually every organin the body and chronic use can lead to numerous preventable diseases, including alcoholism. Alcohol lowers inhibitions and impairs judgment which can lead to risky behaviors, including practicing unprotected sex. Alcohol also hinders coordination,slows reaction time, dulls senses and blocks memory functions. The relationship betweenalcohol and motor vehicle crashes is widely recognized.
Alcohol goes directly into the bloodstream which is why it effects every system in the body.
Heavy drinking can cause cirrhosis and cancer of the liver. Children in families with alcoholic members are at higher risk for alcoholism. Excessive drinking can decrease the amount of testosterone in a man's body and causeimpotence. Alcohol abuse can lead to both homicides and suicides. Drinking can cause serious injuries and death.