Brandon Littlefield

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Alcohol in the Body

• Brandon Littlefield

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Alcohol Entering the Body

• 20 of alcohol is absorbed through the stomach
  and the rest is absorbed in the small intestine
• After absorbed it enters bloodstream and affects
  of alcohol take place

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Effects on the Brain

• Cerebral Cortex
• Euphoria
• .03 to .12
• Limbic System
• Excitement
• .09 to .25
• Cerebellum
• Confusion
• .18 to .30
• Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland
• Stupor
• .25 to .40
• Medulla
• Coma
• .35 and over

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Physical Effects

• Reproductive system
• Immune System
• Gastrointestinal System
• Circulatory System

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Alcohol Abuse Symptoms

• Craving
• Impaired Control
• Physical Dependence
• Tolerance

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