The Impact of Alcohol Consumption on Human Capital Optimal Performance: A Synthetic Exploration

Abstract

The likelihood of experiencing harm from alcohol consumption rises with the amount an individual drinks. These harms can impact various parts of the body including, the brain, heart, liver, digestive system, endocrine system, immune system and many other areas. Indeed, alcohol impacts health in numerous ways, with excessive consumption having potential to harm nearly every system of the human body. Consequently, this paper is designed to present the harmful effects of alcohol on the health and wellbeing of individuals thereby impacting adversely on families, organizations, communities and ultimately the universe. Standing on the theoretical postulations of Alcohol Expectancy Theory, the negative influence of alcohol consumption to humanity is no doubt germane. To this end, we recommend among others that with the unprecedented rise in deaths and disabilities from alcohol-related consequences, it is imperative for countries and organizations to come together to impart a uniform, evidence-based message and policy agenda for alcohol control.