Alcohol abuse is part of a disorder that affects many people around the world. Many are aware of the problems that the disorder can bring not only to the victim, but also to the people surrounding the person with the psychological problem. There are several areas that can be discussed regarding alcoholism. According to Coon & Mitterer (2013), a substance abuse disorder occurs when there is abuse or dependence on a psychoactive drug. Alcohol is a substance that can become abusive and bring negative effects to a person's body. Alcohol is a substance that can bring behavioral effects such as behavioral effects, physical changes and social changes. A good solution to alcohol abuse can be Alcohol Anonymous, an organization that helps people with alcohol addiction. Alcohol abuse can be very dangerous because it can occur at a time when a person is going through a bad time in his life. The only thing drugs do is make people's lives worse because the victim's behavior can change dramatically. Many drink at social events, to celebrate or relax. The problem is that many drinkers end up drinking more than their bodies can handle. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (2014), alcohol enters the bloodstream from the first sip and affects the body after ten minutes. The quantity then increases depending on the quantity of drinks and the effects range from impairment, respiratory problems, difficulty speaking and coma. Some may even experience death due to drunkenness due to too much alcohol in the blood. National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (2014). A young adult is more likely to experience a change in their mood and behavior because they are goi... middle of paper... people who have experience and help others get sober. Alcohol Anonymous is a great place to start and support from family and friends too. Alcohol abuse can affect many aspects of a person's lifestyle and includes many ingredients that affect the human body, but there is hope for those struggling to beat their addiction. Works Cited Coon, D. & Mitterer, J. (2013) Introduction to Psychology Belmont CA. : Learning Wadsworth Cengage. Retrieved May 7, 2014 National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism (2014), retrieved from http://www.niaaa.nih.gov/alcohol-health/overview-alcohol-consumption.Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders ( 2014), retrieved from http ://www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/substance-abuse/Welcome to the Alcoholic Anonymous (2014), retrieved from http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org/ lang/en/subpage. cfm?page=1