Intoxication
When People are Intoxicated:
- Monitor their breathing--if breathing stops, call 911 and do rescue breathing or CPR as indicated.
- Don't leave them alone. The blood alcohol level may continue to rise, so observe them closely.
- Position them on their sides to prevent them from choking on vomitus.
- If they do not respond verbally or can make only sounds-- call 911.
How to Avoid a Hangover:
- Don't drink alcohol.
- Eat before drinking.
- Limit drinks to one per hour. (One drink = 12-oz. can of beer, or 4-oz. glass of wine, or 1-oz. hard liquor in a shot or mixed drink)
- Be aware of the amount you drink and the amount of alcohol in your drink.
- Don't drink shots.
Some Signs of Problem Drinking:
- Drinking interferes with academics, friendships, finances, or life goals.
- You feel irritated when someone talks to you about your drinking.
- You think frequently about drinking.
- You experience bad consequences after drinking; e.g., arrest, blackouts, arguments with friends, anxiety over drinking behavior.
If you're worried about your own or a friend's drinking:
- See whether Alcoholics Anonymous holds meetings in your community.
