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Binge drinking is one of the growing trends among youths across the world. People binge drink due to several reasons. Sometimes it is to avoid feeling awkward in a social setting, keep away from anxiety or due to peer pressure.
Nevertheless, binge drinking can lead to serious health conditions. Read on to know about the several impacts of this habit.
Binge drinking is when individuals consume large amounts of alcohol in a single session. The quantity of alcohol consumed brings the blood alcohol concentration or BAC to 0.08% or higher. Generally, this means five or more than five drinks for men and four or more drinks for women.
According to a report by the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, over 90% of alcohol consumption among youths aged below 21 years of age in the United States involves binge drinking.
Though binge drinking is more common among youths between the age of 18 and 34 years, this trend is also growing among older adults.
The various short-term effects of binge drinking are as follows:
If not taken care of at the right time, the dangers of binge drinking increase. Several long-term effects of binge drinking include –
Moreover, a study in 2017 suggests that the odds of developing AUD (Alcohol Use Disorder) increases due to binge drinking.
The following ways can help an individual control binge drinking –
Controlling binge drinking is very crucial as it can lead to several chronic diseases and other health conditions. The best solution to binge drinking is to get help. Try talking to someone you trust. If not your parents, consult with a school teacher, doctor, relative or sibling
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