Alcohol: psychological risks

RSHE (PSHE)

Being motivated to do tasks or activities (even essential ones like eating or drinking) controlling their emotions.

Solving problems, planning and organising.

Staying focused on a task without becoming distracted.

Understanding how other people are thinking or feeling.

The symptoms of Alcohol Related Dementia include difficulties...

The most severe form of ARBD is known as Wernicke-Korsakoff’s Syndrome (WKS)...

What are some of the short term mood changes associated with drinking alcohol?

According to the Office for National Statistics, in 2018 how many alcohol related deaths were recorded?

A long term effect of alcohol misuse could result in dementia

Compared to non-drinkers, underage drinkers are more likely to smoke tobacco, use cannabis or use other hard drugs.

Drinking alcohol doesn't affect children because their bodies are able to repair themselves more quickly.

If you binge drink as a teen you are less likely to become dependent on alcohol in the future because you are used to drinking.

A child who drinks alcohol is more likely to have an accident.

Where can you seek help and advice about alcohol?