CAUSES OF ALCOHOLISM

 

Alcoholism, also known as alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a complex and multifaceted condition with a range of contributing factors. It's important to note that there isn't a single cause of alcoholism; rather, it results from a combination of genetic, environmental, psychological, and social influences. Here are some of the key factors that contribute to the development of alcoholism:

 

    Genetic Factors: Genetics plays a significant role in the risk of developing alcoholism. Some individuals may have a genetic predisposition to alcoholism, meaning they have a family history of the disorder. Certain genes may affect how a person metabolizes alcohol and how they respond to its effects.

 

    Brain Chemistry: Alcohol affects the brain's reward system and neurotransmitters. Some people may have imbalances in their brain chemistry that make them more susceptible to the addictive properties of alcohol.

 

    Environmental Factors: The environment in which a person grows up and lives can substantially impact their risk of developing alcoholism. Factors such as exposure to alcohol at an early age, peer pressure, and easy access to alcohol can increase the likelihood of developing a drinking problem.

 

    Psychological Factors: Mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, trauma, or stress can lead some individuals to use alcohol as a way to self-medicate or cope with their emotional struggles. This can escalate into alcohol dependence over time.

 

    Social and Cultural Factors: Societal and cultural norms regarding alcohol use can influence an individual's drinking behavior. In some cultures, heavy drinking may be more socially accepted, while in others, it may be discouraged.

 

    Early Initiation: People who start drinking at an early age are at a higher risk of developing alcoholism. The adolescent brain is still developing, and early alcohol use can have long-lasting effects on decision-making and impulse control.

 

    Peer Pressure: Peer pressure can play a significant role in initiating and continuing alcohol use. Individuals may feel pressure to conform to the drinking habits of their social circle.

 

    Stress and Trauma: High levels of stress or exposure to traumatic events can lead some individuals to use alcohol as a way to escape or numb emotional pain, which can contribute to the development of alcoholism.

 

    Availability and Accessibility: Easy access to alcohol can make it more likely for individuals to develop problematic drinking habits. This includes both the physical availability of alcohol and its affordability.

 

    Personality Traits: Certain personality traits, such as impulsivity and sensation-seeking, may increase the risk of alcoholism. Individuals with these traits may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors, including heavy drinking.

 

It's essential to understand that alcoholism is a treatable condition, and recovery is possible with the right support and treatment. Treatment options may include therapy, counseling, medication, support groups, and lifestyle changes. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcoholism, seeking help from a healthcare professional is strongly recommended.

WHY YOU SHOULD LOSE WEIGHT

 

Good health begins with manageable weight which directly translates to agility. Most of the common diseases are as a result of being overweight. The average productivity of any human depends on this simple but crucial aspect of life. It takes very little deviation from our day-to-day activities to achieve or maintain the necessary body weight.

Eating right i.e. trying to maintain a balanced diet is not necessarily expensive but depends on how one does their shopping. Remember to always ensure half of your plate has either fruits or vegetables. It is advisable to have a heavy meal in the morning as the food is burnt out during our day-to-day activities. A light lunch is advised and an even lighter meal in the evenings or even fruits.

Excess weight strains the heart leading to increased blood pressure and bad cholesterol leading to diabetes. Less body weight translates to less medication which is strenuous to our budgets as well as our bodies.

A good mood is also associated with the right body weight. Happiness reduces the symptoms of depression. Decreased body fats transform a normally dull person into a joyous being and enhance relationships in both professional and personal interactions. This one aspect has pushed companies into organizing Team building escapades that mostly major on vigorous activities that effectively check on body weights. 

Manageable weight improves our immunity system making us stronger in fighting various infections. Science has it that cartilage production in the joints improves by at least 10% with reduced body weight and this greatly reduces the risk of arthritis.

Regular exercise for those who drive or sit for long while losing weight is also associated with better sex drive and increased fertility in women thus raising their chances of getting pregnant. This translates in some cases to stability in marriages leading to stable generations.

Those using public means should try and alight one or two stops ahead or after one's bus stop and walk the short distance every day. This greatly helps those who may not find time to exercise or jog. A brisk walk takes care of everything. Jogging or normal walks during weekends and if possible every day.

Joining a health club or pursuing a high school sport for those who can afford it or even have time. Health clubs have mushroomed all over thus sensitizing on the need for checking on body weights. Being overweight used to be almost a taboo but it has been embraced whereby having the right body weight has become the in-thing.

When one's mobility is high, one tends to be tired after a day's activities thus leading to good sleep. This relaxes the body and mind and leads to a good mood that translates positively to colleagues and family too.

Increased production in every aspect of growth is directly associated with human contribution and this is directly impacted on our day-to-day activities. What drives this growth is largely the right body weight, we should all strive to achieve the right body weight.

 

ICC ALERT:

 

 Ruto's regime is under CLOSE WATCH by ICC and a RED ALERT has been let out by UN Human Rights Office. The US has OFFICIALLY WARNED these clearly incompetent leaders. CIA/MI6/MOSSAD are now FULLY & WHOLLY with Azimio after their THUNDEROUS GOOF in supporting UDA.

WHY FORGET, WHY FORGET, WHY FORGET??????

WHY do we forget so quickly to a point of being stupid??? We are to blame on the security lapses that have cost us lives at the Westgate Mall. 

WHY SO??

Those buggers lived amongst us and we kept to ourselves. They are still living among us. We know what needs to be done especially in Eastleigh yet we do nothing about it. When eventually raids are conducted, they become a money making project for our police....... we all know this too well.

WE MUST LEAVE THE INTELLIGENCE OUT OF THIS COMPLETELY!!!
Its a fact that the intelligence no longer have ANY POWERS to neutralize these elements and their role is now ADVISORY. This was after much cry about Mwakenya, Nyati house and Nyayo House torture chambers.  The police have the powers to arrest and charge.

As I watched those politicians rant like mad men on how Gichangi has failed, I wondered whether they realised that the policing laws they want changed to have the Inspector - General have more powers over the National Police Service  Commission is more dangerous since the major let down on security matters and checks lies SQUARELY ON THE POLICE. 

The failure in the police can only be attributed to the failure of the Inspector - General!!!! Ever since ascending into office, nothing much has changed. The old cartels were not smashed. Its business as usual as evidenced by the number of accidental deaths on our roads. You can imagine what goes on in the drug industry, immigration offices, our border entry points etc etc.

Uhuru has severally acted like the inspector - General by stepping into what I'd call a minor assignment of telling the police what needs to be done when we got professional who arent acting.

I believe there could have been arrests before the Westgate massacre as I would rather call it.  Those idiots lived in our country and the police never saw a thing.

Why do the MP's want to give the police more powers to do nothing???

Where are we headed as a people???

When do we OPT to disturb God on matters we can avoid??/

Why do we mock God??/

NOBODY HAD TO DIE THE WAY THEY DID!!!

LET US KEEP GICHANGI OUT OF THIS!!!!!

HOME, HOME, HOME!!! AND RUTO CAME HOME !!!!!

SOUGHT PERMISSION AND WAS GRANTED.

He's now home for a week and head back to the Hague... question is... suppose he was denied that permission???
Suppose it was the president???
And suppose he was denied that permision???
What the hell are we still doing at the silly Hague???
Why do we still claim to be independent???.
It should dawn  on doubting Thomases that our Ruto was a prisoner at the Hague and when our president goes, he too will be a prisoner.

Why are we still behaving like choice idiots on matters we got control of?? At the Westgate, it was Al Shaabab alright but after Uhuru boards that plane for a week , fortnight or month long stay at the Hague, any West country out to ruin us will simply sponsor some local goatherds to cause some chaos that could trigger the crowds out to the streets. Who will issue the orders?????.

Rather than have Uhuru board a plane to the Hague, we'd rather Uhuru hands over the baton to Karangi because in essence thats what will happen. 

Justice for Kenya can never be sought at the Hague ..... just like the West never decided for us who to vote.
The two communities that fought bitterly in 2007/8 surprisingly joined hands and voted together. Whether cleverly or stupidly, they did it and the message was clear.... LEAVE KENYA ALONE.

BETTER STILL UHURU, HEED KAGAME AND MUSEVENI......... JUST DON'T GO ANYWHERE!!!!

LET IT BE WHAT IT MAY BE!!!!

RUTO, RUTO, RUTO!!!!!!!

IS RUTO REALLY FREE OR IS HE ALREADY DETAINED????.
I feel Ruto aint free as we are made to see and understand. I feel that the release of the witness photograph originated from the CIA & M16 as a way of invoking the DETENTION ORDERS ON RUTO. The same goes for the Maina Kiai press conference.  

Ruto looks and is a troubled man at the Hague, he's not the Ruto we all know.... WHY SO??
Yesterday's treatment of our clown MP's tells alot. Much as I detest them back at home for their selfish, silly and stupid behaviours, their being cleared from the ICC 's entrance indicates that the West attitude towards us has waned completely.... the West is ready to throw another card hidden under the tablecloth. 
Ruto shouldn't have boarded a plane to that court. 

AU meets next month and there could be mass unsigning in the offing. The West knows this too well and they can do anything to bring the day to day running of our affairs. They got Ruto with them and am afraid until RUTO COMES FOR THAT BREAK!!! This is when Uhuru needs to do the MOST NEEDFUL THING....... DEFY THE WEST AND ORDER ARRESTS ON ANYONE TRYING TO BRING THE MASS ONTO THE STREETS!!!

ITS TIME TO DEFY!!!

UHURU SKIPS, UHURU SKIPS, UHURU SKIPS!!!!!!

Its not unconstitutional for a Kenyan president to be away from the country while his deputy is out!!!!

WHAT'S REALLY GOING ON????.
Much as its a justification of the president's word a fortnight ago that the country cant be in a vacuum, truth is that there would be no vacuum for a week or two.

SO WHAT STOPPED UHURU FROM GOING???/
Why won't Kenya be represented at the General Assembly by our able Foreign Affairs Secretary????

My Murang'a bred bones and jigger infested feet tells me that all is not well.... it's more than meets the naked eye. What more does Gichangi know and we don't???

WILL UHURU TRAVEL TO THE HAGUE WHEN HIS TIME BECKONS????

My position remains that HE SHOULD'NT!!!!!!