4 Signs You Need to Call 911 (P.U.R.S. Acronym)

Alcohol poisoning is a life-threatening medical emergency often mistaken for severe drunkenness. In this critical episode, we break down the 4 urgent signs of alcohol poisoning using the simple PURS acronym and expose the deadly risks of quitting alcohol "cold turkey" (detox danger).

Did you know alcohol-related deaths are skyrocketing? Our data shows 79% of our program's demographic is now seeking treatment for alcohol. Don't mistake dangerous symptoms for just being drunkâit could cost a life.

In this video, you will learn:

* The life-saving PURS acronym to identify alcohol poisoning symptoms.

* Why mixing alcohol with prescription meds, stimulants, or opiates is lethal.

* The extreme dangers of attempting alcohol detox at home (seizures, DTs, cardiac risk).

* Shocking statistics on alcohol mortality and overdose in the US.

* Why young people are at dangerously high risk.

If you or a loved one is struggling with alcohol misuse, please don't wait. Getting safe, professional help is the crucial first step.

Reach out for confidential help now: 833-33-SOBER (833-337-6237)

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RESOURCES

* Blog: Signs of An Alcoholic: https://elevaterehab.org/5-signs-drinking-too-much/

* Alcohol Treatment Options: https://elevaterehab.org/treatments/alcohol/

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KEYWORDS

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Video Time Stamps & Subjects

0:00 Intro & Urgent Warnings

1:34 The Shocking Rise in Alcohol Use Disorder (Our Demographic Shift)

3:16 How to Tell the Difference: Drunk vs. Alcohol Poisoning

4:18 The Life-Saving PERS Acronym (Puking, Unresponsive, Respiration, Skin)

7:49 Alcohol Overdose & Mortality Statistics (140,000 Deaths/Year)

8:26 Why Younger People Are at Extreme Risk

11:07 The Lethal Danger of Mixing Alcohol with Other Drugs (Opiates, Xanax, Stimulants)

15:52 The Extreme Danger of Quitting Alcohol Cold Turkey

17:18 Delirium Tremens (DTs) and Seizure Risk Explained

18:27 Mortality Rate for DTs (5-15%)

20:18 Why Professional Medical Detox is Crucial

22:23 The Importance of Emotional/Spiritual Work Beyond Detox

23:57 Age is NOT a Deterrent for Alcohol Use Disorder

25:05 Final Review of the PERS Acronym & How to Get Help