Alcohol can cause cancer
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Most people develop problems with alcohol
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FALSE Most people use alcohol sensibly. Only a small number of people have problems. Some people need to use alcohol every day in order to function. Some people binge drink while others drink excessively every day. This can be damaging to health and can put people at risk of harm.
Alcohol is a stimulant
FALSE Alcohol is a drug. It affects your thinking. Some people think it is not a drug because it is legal.
Alcohol is not a drug
Alcohol is drunk by nearly 90% of all people
FALSE Alcohol is a depressant, the opposite of a stimulant. This means it slows down the brain. It affects your ability to think clearly and stops you doing things properly, like driving. Some people think it is a stimulant because it seems to make you feel happy at first. Alcohol slows down part of the brain so you feel less in control.
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TRUE Most people in this country drink alcohol. Drinking is a normal thing to do. It is part of life for the majority of people, it can be enjoyable and helps us to be sociable. We use alcohol to celebrate.
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TRUE Alcohol is the cause of about 3% of all cancer. This includes cancer of the liver, stomach and mouth as well as breast cancer.
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