Members,
It is commonly believed the binge drinking often only applies to young adults & college students; however binge drinking is defined as 5 or more consecutive drinks for a man, 4 or more for a woman.
At the start of a binge drinking episode, a person may feel:
· more relaxed, sociable
· drowsy, dizzy and flushed
· may do things they normally would not do
As the binge continues, the individual may experience:
· trouble walking or moving
· slurred speech, blurred vision
· lowered blood pressure, breathing and pulse
· aggressive or violent behaviour
Taking many drinks in a short period can lead to alcohol poisoning. This individual may experience:
· vomiting
· a blackout or loss of consciousness
· cold, clammy skin & shallow breathing
· coma or death
What do you remember about your last binge drinking episode? What did you learn about yourself or about your world as a result of this experience?
Samantha, Health Educator