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.
His popularity reached its peak when he played for the rock group Kiss, where he went by the name âthe Demon.â This on-stage character is known for the tongue wagging, fire breathing and blood spitting style. Hereâs a closer look at Gene Simmons including why his tongue is so long. Reason Behind the Long Tongue of Gene Simmons. Why is Gene Simmons tongue so long? According to some reports, Simmons has a long tongue because he had his sublingual frenulum cut. When this particular portion is cut, the tongue will look longer than usual although it remains to be the same length.