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Alcoholism

Includes questions related to the abuse of and dependency on alcoholic beverages and general alcoholism.

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Was William Holden an alcoholic?

Yes, William Holden struggled with alcoholism throughout his life. He had publicly acknowledged his battle with alcohol addiction.

What is dual addiction?

I don't know for sre but i think it is where you are addicted to both drugs and alcohol

What happens if you have liver cancer an you drink alcohol?

Surprisingly, liver cancer is more likely to occur after a long-time alcohol abuser stops drinking. That's because as the liver quickly re-grows, malignant cells are more likely to develop.

My guess would be that you would just die quicker...therefore the patient would be committing suicide.

Do alcoholics drink antifreeze?

Not unless they want to die. It will kill a person.

Did bill Wilson make money off the big book?

No, Bill Wilson did not make money off of the Big Book. He did not receive any royalties from sales of the book, as it was meant to be a tool for recovery and not a source of profit for any individual.

What is the prognosis for alcoholic hepatitis?

The liver is robust. It can heal without scarring after one or a few episodes of hepatitis that resolve without lingering. It can, moreover, regrow

What is a good encyclical about alcohol abuse?

There are none.

Inasmuch as this is an illness and not a separate moral issue per se, the Holy See has not addressed it much.

Its abuse is mentioned in the Catechism of the Catholic Church under "Respect for health". Paragraph CCC 2290 and 2291 state: 2290 The virtue of temperance disposes us to avoid every kind of excess: the abuse of food, alcohol, tobacco, or medicine. Those incur grave guilt who, by drunkenness or a love of speed, endanger their own and others' safety on the road, at sea, or in the air.

2291 The use of drugs inflicts very grave damage on human health and life. Their use, except on strictly therapeutic grounds, is a grave offense. Clandestine production of and trafficking in drugs are scandalous practices. They constitute direct co-operation in evil, since they encourage people to practices gravely contrary to the moral law.

To abuse alcohol is a sin. If there is a condition that predisposes one to abuse alcohol, that condition is not intrinsically sinful; rather, it is the abuse that is sinful. In fact, if there is a biological reason why someone is strongly predisposed to abuse alcohol, that could reduce the guilt of the alcoholic.

The Church makes a strict distinction between an inclination to sin and the sin itself. For example, homosexuality is not considered a sin by the church (if by "homosexuality" you mean attraction to or strong sexual desire for members of the same sex). However, she does condemn homosexual behavior. So someone who is attracted to members of the same sex, and yet does not act on those desires, does not sin. Similarly, someone with alcoholism who desires a drink or knows they are prone to abuse alcohol yet does not drink or abuse alcohol, does not sin.

There are only three encyclicals that mention alcohol [and/or] alcoholism and they are all within the context of disciplines and fasting before Mass along with the training of priests for Holy Orders.

  1. Christus Dominus

    The Apostolic Constitution Of His Holiness Pope Pius XII issued on January 6, 1953.

    Concerning The Discipline To Be Observed With Respect To The Eucharistic Fast

  2. Sacram Communionem

    Motu Proprio of His Holiness Pope Pius XII in which permissions granted by the Apostolic Constitution "Christus Dominus" are extended. Issued March 19, 1957.

    On laws of fasting and the evening Mass

  3. Religiosorum Institutio

    Instruction on the Careful Selection And Training Of Candidates For The States Of Perfection And Sacred Orders

    From the Sacred Congregation For Religious

    February 2, 1961

What does it mean if your blood alcohol level is 167?

A BAC of .167 is twice as high as a maximum legal .08 and three times as high as a maximum legal level of .05. In short, it is very high.

Is 031 legally drunk?

No, .031 is not legally intoxicated.

Can hypnosis help with alcoholism?

Hypnosis can be used as a complementary approach in treating alcoholism by targeting underlying psychological issues or promoting behavior change. While there is some evidence supporting its effectiveness, it is typically used in conjunction with other treatments such as therapy and support groups for best results. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice on how hypnosis can be integrated into a comprehensive treatment plan.

How does alcoholism affect a persons health?

It's been my experience that if you have 100 people, you'll wind up with 100 types of alcoholism. However, it is essential to understand that drinking alcohol is not synonomous with alcoholism. Only a small fraction of drinkers are alcoholics. When we're talking about behavior under the influence of intoxicants, we have to talk about brain chemistry. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant and tends to impair judgment first before anything else. When people drink they generally do things they wouldn't had they not been drinking (loss of control) and you'll see over a period of time that people will exhibit various manifestations of behavior as a result of being affected by the chemicals they use.

When we talk about addiction we have to talk about craving - no craving, no addiction. If you look at someone who has a label of dependence, you'll generally find a change in personality...as alcohol first affects judgment, people generally don't have an idea that their behavior is inappropriate at the time.

How many years of drinking will it take to cause liver damage?

It takes years (typically decades) of heavy abusive drinking to cause any damage to the liver.

Why do women tends to reach an higher BAC level than men?

Less of an enzyme that helps metabolize alcohol and a higher proportion of fat, which concentrates alcohol in the bloodstream.

Will vomiting the night of drinking rid your body of etg faster?

yes, you need to put a finger in your throat and get much of it out

What is the color of your blanket?

I don't have a blanket because I'm a virtual assistant, but if I did have one, it could be any color depending on personal preference.

How does body fat affect alcohol absorption?

Body fat does not absorb alcohol so the fatter a person is, the greater the concentration of alcohol in the blood, other things being equal.