What are the long-term effects of Alcoholism?
• Stomach and intestinal problems such as gastritis and ulcers • Increases the risk for certain cancers • Heightened blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease • Liver disease or problems such as liver swelling • Kidney problems • Diabetes • Weight loss and poor diet which may result in malnutrition • Insomnia • Memory loss • Trembling • Delirium tremens and hallucinations • Difficulties learning • Degenerative brain disorder called Korsakoff’s syndrome • Depression • Anxiety Disorders • Nervousness • Negative emotions such as shame, guilt and hopelessness • Problems at work as a result of reduced efficiency and productivity • Problems with close relationships linked with increased incidence of domestic violence and abuse • Increased risk of accidents due to delayed response time, poor judgment and impaired alertness Alcohol also has detrimental effects on the developing fetus which can result in Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS).
