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preventing alcohol abuse and alcoholism
preventing alcohol abuse and alcoholism The simplest strategy is to ask everyone two simple questions: • Do you drink alcohol? If so, have you been concerned about the amount you drink? It is important that you are familiar with the law in your country regarding alcohol and tobacco. For example, in some countries bars are not allowed to stay […]
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Preventing alcohol and tobacco abuse
Preventing alcohol abuse and tobacco abuse Alcohol and tobacco abuse together account for the most important causes of preventable deaths and disability in the world. It is important to distinguish between alcohol on the one hand, and hard drugs and tobacco on the other. If consumed within limits and with common sense, alcohol does no damage to health; on […]
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Alcohol Abuse Effects On Body
This section identifies commonly misused substances and describes how they are used, their effects and complications. If staff in mental health services are to work effectively with people with a dual diagnosis it is essential that they have this knowledge which will underpin assessment, subsequent care planning and treatment interventions. Having an understanding of the […]
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