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Self-management strategy

A technique or method used to manage one's behaviors and emotions in a healthy way.

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Recovery

The process of gaining or regaining possession of something lost or taken away, often used in the context of addiction.

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Detoxification

The process of removing toxic substances from the body, often a crucial step in addiction recovery.

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Binge drinking

Drinking an excessive amount of alcohol in a short period of time.

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Dependence

A state in which an individual relies on a substance, leading to physical or psychological issues.

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Tolerance

A condition that develops when a person becomes accustomed to a substance, requiring more of it to achieve the same effect.

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Underage drinking

Alcohol consumption by individuals below the legal drinking age.

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Legally impaired

A term describing an individual who is over the legal blood alcohol concentration limit and unable to operate a vehicle safely.

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Support group

A group of people with similar experiences or problems who provide each other with support and encouragement.

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Alcohol use disorder

A medical condition characterized by an individual's inability to control their drinking behavior despite negative consequences.

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Cirrhosis of the liver

A late-stage liver disease marked by scarring and liver dysfunction due to long-term alcohol consumption.

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Al-Anon Family Groups

A support group for friends and family members of individuals with alcohol use disorders.

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Alateen

A support group specifically for teenagers who have been affected by someone else's alcohol use.

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Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)

The percentage of alcohol in a person’s blood, used to measure legal intoxication.

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Enabling

Actions that support or allow someone to continue their harmful behaviors.

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Moderate drinking

Consuming alcohol in limited amounts considered to be low risk for most adults.

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)

A global fellowship that helps individuals recovering from alcohol use disorders through mutual support.

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Mental health conditions

Disorders that affect mood, thinking, and behavior, which can be exacerbated by alcohol use.

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Psychological dependence

A type of dependence characterized by emotional or mental attachments to a substance.

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Intervention

An organized attempt to confront an individual about their substance use and encourage them to seek help.

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Self-help program

A program designed to support individuals in overcoming personal challenges through shared experiences.

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Negative health effects

Unfavorable health outcomes resulting from the use or abuse of substances like alcohol.

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Long-term alcohol consumption

Regular and prolonged drinking of alcohol that can lead to health problems and addiction.