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9		20100415022712	https://web.archive.org/web/20100415022712/http://www.defence.gov.au:80/ARMY/docs/rca_www.ppt	2010-04-15	2010-07-14	404	Problematic use of Alcohol Courage, Initiative, Teamwork Army newspaper 14 May 09 “The “hidden enemies” of alcohol … [they] are a scourge on Army’s reputation and are contrary to the intent of Army’s values and ethos”. CA address to Commanders “I have recently made clear my extreme concern at the number of serious incidents within Army that are linked to alcohol misuse… Yet again, I feel compelled to raise this issue with you. I am not convinced that our commanders and people are getting the message.” “As commanders we have a responsibility to do as much as we can to reduce the number of these incidents. It involves actively seeking to change the thinking and culture that supports the idea that our people can drink excessively without consequence. It involves actively encouraging responsible drinking both in the workplace and when our people are off-duty. It involves commanders at all levels actively and regularly educating our people of the far reaching consequences of irresponsible drinking.” 20 Oct 2009 Recent DUI civilian offences 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Sep Oct 1 BDE 3 BDE 7 BDE FORCOMD AIMS DUI data Total 33 2009 is defined in DI(G) PERS 15-1 Alcohol Use Within the Australian Defence Force as use: “…which leads to an individual’s misconduct, unacceptable social behaviour, impairment of health, financial responsibility or personal relationships, or interferes with performance of duty or with safety or security.” Problematic use of alcohol • The problematic use of alcohol is NOT CONDONED. • Members identified as using alcohol in a problematic way will be counselled and given treatment and rehabilitation as appropriate. • Commanders and junior leaders at all levels are to exercise their command responsibilities by ensuring members are aware of the consequences of their alcohol use, particularly. • The Army will not retain members who repeatedly misuse alcohol, members who refuse treatment for alcohol misuse, or members who fail to complete an alcohol counselling or rehabilitation program when ordered. Problematic use of alcohol The risks associated with short-term harm can include immediate health and social problems, such as: • damage to reputation • injuries from violence (as a perpetrator, a victim, or a witness) • pedestrian and road accidents (death/severe injury) • drowning • trauma related admissions to hospital emergency departments • alcohol poisoning • social and personal consequences such as the impact on families and social embarrassment • loss of valuable items ie phone or wallet • having unprotected sex and placing yourself at greater risk of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) and/or an unwanted pregnancy Short term harms Long-term harms Risky and high risk drinking may also have serious longer- term consequences, including: • social problems, such as spending more time drinking than pursuing other interests • brain damage, including the inability to learn and remember things • depression and suicidal thoughts • the development of chronic disease, including some cancers and heart disease • cirrhosis of the liver • dependence on alcohol Signs of problematic alcohol consumption • Using other activities as an excuse to drink heavily (e.g. sporting events) • Alcohol related charges • Missing work or planned activities due to the effects of a hangover • Blackouts or memory loss • Denying or understating use • Abusive episodes (verbal and physical) when intoxicated • On a single occasion of drinking, the risk of alcohol-related injury increases with the amount consumed. • For healthy men and women, drinking no more than four standard drinks on a single occasion reduces the risk of alcohol-related injury arising from that occasion. • For healthy men and women, drinking no more than two standard drinks on any day reduces the lifetime risk of harm from alcohol-related disease or injury. • For women who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, not drinking is the safest option. Reducing the risk of injury Alcohol Consumption Guidelines February 2009 National Health and Medical Research Council • Watch out for your mates • Set limits for yourself, and stick to them • Drink within low-risk alcohol consumption guidelines • Be aware of and manage high risk times (stress and boredom) • If you plan to drink, don’t drive (remember that following a heavy night you may still be over the limit the next morning) • Consider the impact on meeting your responsibilities (i.e. work and family) Tips for the responsible use of alcohol Where to get help • Chain of Command is a primary resource that can provide advice, referral and support • Medical centre • Psychology Support Section/Team • Defence Community Organisation • Chaplains Alcohol Intervention and Training Framework Services and Resources • The Family Information Network for Defence (FIND) (1800 020 031) • ADF All-hours Support Line (ASL) (1800 628 036) • Veterans and Veterans’ Families Counselling Service (VVCS) (1800 011 046) • Lifeline (131 114)	application/vnd.ms-powerpoint	200	http://www.defence.gov.au:80/ARMY/docs/rca_www.ppt	au,gov,defence)/army/docs/rca_www.ppt	72CFF7HVLAKFZSGXVZKOOURUL4SALRSS	398019	domains/defence-gov-au/powerpoints/original/au-gov-defence-army-docs-rca-www-ppt-20100415022712.ppt