| A | B |
|---|
| Ethanol | the type of alcohol in alcoholic beverages |
| Fermentation | the chemical action of yeast on sugars |
| depressant | A drug that slows down the central nervous system. |
| Intoxication | Is the state in which the body is poisoned by alcohol or another substance and the person's physical and mental control is significantly reduced. |
| Alcohol abuse | The excessive use of alcohol |
| Metabolism | The process by which the body breaks down substances. |
| BAC | The amount of alcohol in a person's blood, expressed as a percentage. |
| Binge drinking | Drinking five or more alcholic drinks at one sitting. |
| Alcohol Poisoning | Is a severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose. |
| Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) | A group of alcoholic-related birth defects that include physical and mental problems. |
| Alcoholic | Is an addict who is dependent on alcohol. |
| Recovery | A process of learning to live an alcohol-free life. |
| Sobriety | Living without alcohol, is a lifelong commitment. |
| Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | can cause problems such as mental retardation, birth defects, etc... |
| Alcholics Anonymous | 12 step program, detoxification and rehabilitation for person with alcohol problem. |
| Alanon | Group for family and friends of alcoholics. |
| Alateen | Group for teenagers who have family memebers who are alcoholics. |
| Alcoholism | Also known as alcohol dependence and is a disease. |
| Symptoms of alcoholism | Craving, loss of control, tolerence, and dependence |
| Zero tolerance | No alcohol under the age of 21. |
| Hard liquor | 40-50% alcohol |
| Wine | 9-14% alcohol |
| Beer/Wine Coolers | 4-7% alcohol |
