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| Community United to Reduce Bingeing (CURB) |
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The CURB Project is a Together for Youth & County Alcohol and Drug Programs Project. |
| What is binge drinking? |
| The technical
definition: Binge drinking is the
consumption of alcohol to extent that harmful consequences can be expected.
A binge brings the blood alcohol content up to 0.08 So, how many drinks is that? Typically, it's 5 drinks in 2 hours if you're a guy and 4 drinks in 2 hours for girls. |
| What can happen when you binge drink? |
| There are many possible
consequences associated with binge drinking:
Some of these are obvious, like increased
chances of being in a car accident, or suffering injuries from falls and
other drinking-related accidents. Some are not as obvious, like
increased rates of assault and sexual assault, unintended pregnancies and
higher STD rates. The additional noise, vandalism and trash associated
with drinking can also get you into trouble.
Alcohol poisoning- Alcohol is a depressant, when large amounts are consumed in a relatively short amount of time your body can't process the alcohol. As your blood alcohol content goes up your body becomes less able to handle the alcohol. Very high blood alcohol levels can cause you to lose consciousness, suffer respiratory arrest and can cause death. Death is also a risk if after losing consciousness you begin to throw up-- this can cause you to choke to death. If you're with someone who passes out from drinking, don't leave them alone. Also, there's the chance that you can lose your license--remember, if you're under 21 it's illegal to drive if your blood alcohol level (BAC) is over 0.01!
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| Resources! Find out More! |
| For more info on Binge Drinking & Related Links |
| Binge Drinking on College Campuses Action Kit |
| How do I cut down on alcohol? Resources for youth looking for ways to reduce their drinking. |
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What if I think a friend has a problem? how do I know if I am a binge drinker? Free online screening. |
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Can I lose my license for this? Find out what the Laws are- all 50 states covered here. |
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Ask the experts- online posting for any questions you may have! |
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The nonalcoholic hangover: when someone else’s drinking effects you. |
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Alcohol drugs & commuter colleges, info specific to the commuter college experience is Here. |
| Handouts from CURB's Environmental Prevention Training (click to download) |
| Santa Cruz County is one of thirteen California counties addressing the problems associated with binge drinking in youth and young adults, with a new grant. |
| To get involved in this effort, please contact: |
| tfy@unitedwaysc.org or 831.465.2207 |
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