You know I publish a regular feature on teens killed by alcohol poisoning, and regularly list the foundations established by parents of kids who have died of alcohol poisoning. They are all doing good work -- you could support one of them this holiday season.
- Gordie Foundation here's the link to the giving page.
- The Sam Spady Foundation here's the link to the giving page
- B.R.A.D. (Be Responsible About Drinking) Foundation here's the link to the giving page
Article, "Death by Alcohol" on the change in youth culture contributing to these deaths.
Alcohol is absorbed very rapidly into the blood stream from the stomach lining, in as short a time as 5 to 10 minutes and it’s effects last for several hours depending on the amount ingested and how quickly it was consumed. Females absorb alcohol faster than males because their bodies contain less water. The water dilutes the alcohol and so the same amount of alcohol will produce a higher concentration in the blood. After consuming only 2 to 3 normal strength beers, or 4 or 5 standard glasses of wine, most people will feel less inhibited and more relaxed.
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Posted by: adolescent alcohol treatment | Tuesday, July 28, 2009 at 12:12 AM