Dependency on alcohol, also known as alcohol addiction and alcoholism 4, is a chronic disease. The signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence includeâ. 1  A strong craving for alcohol. 2  Continued use despite repeated physical, psychological, or interpersonal problems. 3  The inability to limit drinking.ccording to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism binge drinking is defined as a pattern of alcohol consumption that brings the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level to 0.08% or more.
The blue-black/purple tongue gene appears to be dominant, as most mixed breed dogs that come from a Chow Chow retain that tongue colour. However, the blue-black/purple tongue can also be found on the Shar Pei.
The Longest Tongues in the Animal Kingdom. If you think some humans have long tongues (looking at you, Gene Simmons), the animal kingdom has us beat. Check out these extraordinary animals that put us to shame in the tongue department. A giraffeâs tongue is a whopping 18 to 20 inches long to access hard-to-reach leaves.