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Alcohol

Alcoholic drinks, such as beer, wine and spirits

Also called:

  • Bevvy
  • Booze

Quick info

How the drug works varies from person to person

How you might feel
Sociable, chatty, relaxed and/or anxious, aggressive, risk-taking.
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Effects on your body
Too much alcohol can mean slurred speech, blurred vision, loss of balance/coordination.
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How long it takes to work
Effects kick in within about 10 minutes or so, depending on the strength of your drink and how fast you drink it.
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How long the effects last
Can stay in your system for several hours - hangover next day.
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Common risks
Binge drinking can lead to injuries from falls, accidents or assaults. Long-term effects include damage to the brain, body and organs. Mixing alcohol with benzos or other depressants can increase the risk of death.
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Mixing drugs
Mixing drugs is always risky but some mixtures are more dangerous than others.
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