L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
Other ways of thinking or acting
alternatives
The ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations
Reaction time
A disease characterized by scarring and eventual destruction of the liver.
cirrhosis
A physical of psychological need for a drug.
addiction
the physical process of freeing the body of an addictive substance.
Detoxification
what does SADD mean
Students Against Destructive Decisions
what percent is considered legally intoxicated.
0.08%
whats the illegal age you can drink alcohol in the United States.
21
what is blood alcohol content
A measure of the amount of alcohol present in a person's blood.
what are two reasons teens give for using alcohol.
1. "A drink will help me relax."
2. "Drinking will help me forget about my problems."
how long does it take for alcohol to get to your brain after costuming it.
30 seconds
three reasons not to drink alcohol.
1. hight blood pressure
2. heart disease
3. liver disease
those who drink are more likely to fight or behave violently. true or false
true