PSYC 4240 Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Binge Drinking, Anxiolytic, Sedative
6 Jun 2016
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Central nervous system depressant reduces physiological arousal. Feels like a stimulant (initially) because it slows down our inhibitory centers. Affects several neurotransmitter systems more complex than other drugs (gaba, glutamate, serotonin) Intoxication: clinically significant maladaptive behavior or psychological changes that develops as a result of alcohol use. 1 or more of the following: slurred speech, incoordination, unsteady gait, impairment of memory. Withdrawal: autonomic hyperactivity (sweating, fast pulse rate), increased hand tremor, insomnia, nausea or vomiting, hallucinations, agitation, anxiety, seizures. Wernicke-korsakoff syndrome: confusion, loss of coordination, memory loss and inability to form new memories. Fetal alcohol syndrome retards growth, cognitive deficits, behavior problems, characteristic appearance. 12-month prevalence of alcohol use disorder: 9% in 18 or older. 23% report binge drinking in the past month. College binge drinking: 42%; those living in frats and sororities report highest levels. Rates highest in caucasians and native american (cultural and genetic factors) Highest in native american and alaskan natives (12%), whites (9%), hispanics (8%),
