Alcoholism
Alcoholism | The Extent of Binge Drinking Among Young People Is Exaggerated
To most people, binge drinking brings to mind a self-destructive and unrestrained drinking bout lasting for at least a couple of days during which time the heavily intoxicated drinker “drops out” by not working, ignoring responsibilities, squandering money, and engaging in other harmful behaviors such as fighting. This view is consistent with that portrayed in dictionary definitions, in literature, in art, and in plays or films such as the classic Come Back Little Sheba and The Lost Weekend or the recent Leaving Las Vegas.
It is also consistent with the...
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- Introduction
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Chapter 1: How Serious Are the Problems of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse?
- Chapter 1 Preface
- Alcoholism Is a Serious Problem
- Children of Alcoholics Face Many Problems
- Alcohol Abuse Is a Serious Problem for Teenagers
- Binge Drinking on College Campuses Is a Serious Problem
- The Dangers of Alcohol Are Exaggerated
- Alcohol Consumption Is Unfairly Condemned
- The Extent of Binge Drinking Among Young People Is Exaggerated
- Chapter 2: Is Alcoholism a Disease?
- Chapter 3: How Effective Is Alcoholics Anonymous?
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Chapter 4: Does the Alcohol Industry Market Its Products Responsibly?
- Chapter 4 Preface
- The Government Should Not Regulate Alcohol Advertising
- Alcohol Advertising Does Not Promote Underage Drinking
- The Alcohol Industry Should Be Permitted to Advertise the Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking
- The Government Should Combat the Influence of Alcohol Advertising on Youth
- The Alcohol Industry Should Not Be Permitted to Advertise the Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking
- The Alcohol Industry Has Too Much Political Influence
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Chapter 5: How Can Alcohol-Related Problems Be Prevented?
- Chapter 5 Preface
- Raising Taxes on Alcoholic Beverages Would Reduce Alcohol-Related Problems
- Law Enforcement Strategies Can Help Reduce Underage Drinking
- The Government Should Lower the Legal Threshold for Drunk Driving
- Restrictive Alcohol Policies Are Ineffective
- Age-21 Drinking Laws Exacerbate Alcohol- Related Problems
- The Government Should Not Lower the Legal Threshold for Drunk Driving
- Organizations to Contact
- Bibliography
- Copyright
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