Brain & Body
What Is Alcohol?
Alcohol is a chemical substance that affects the brain, mood, behavior, and the way the body functions.
Name one short-term effect of alcohol.
Dizziness, slurred speech, poor coordination, slower reaction time, etc.
Name one way alcohol can affect relationships.
Arguments, conflicts, damaged friendships/family relationships, etc.
Is alcohol addiction treatable?
Yes
What are two things alcohol can affect besides the body
mind and relationships (mental & Social)
What happens to your reaction time after drinking alcohol?
It becomes slower.
How can alcohol affect friendships or family relationships?
it can cause conflicts or problems in relationships.
Who can help support someone recovering from alcohol addiction?
Family/Friends
Name three body systems or organs that can be affected by alcohol.
Brain, heart, liver, immune system, etc.
Name one long-term effect of alcohol
Liver damage, Memory and learning problems, Weakened immune system, Mental health, dependance, etc
Give two reasons why someone might choose to drink alcohol.
Social pressure, curiosity, stress, cultural influences, etc.
How can therapy help someone with alcohol addiction?
It can help them understand their drinking and develop healthier coping strategies.
What does alcohol affect that can change a person’s mood and behavior?
The brain.
How can alcohol affect the heart?
It can increase blood pressure and cause irregular heartbeats.
How can repeated alcohol use develop into dependence?
Repeated use can make the brain/body become accustomed to alcohol, making it difficult to control use.
How can family and friends help someone recovering from alcohol addiction?
They can provide support and encouragement.
How can alcohol affect both the brain and the body at the same time? Give two examples for each.
Brain → judgment, memory, coordination; Body → heart, liver, immune system, etc.
Explain the difference between short-term and long-term effects of alcohol and give one example of each.
Short-term = happens while/recently after drinking; long-term = develops with repeated use over time. Example short term : Impaired Judgment,Nausea and vomiting,Dizziness and confusion, etc Example long term: Liver Damage,Heart problems,Memory and learning problems, ect
Explain how alcohol can affect physical, mental, and social health.
Physical → affects organs/body; Mental → mood, memory, judgment; Social → relationships, school, responsibilities.
Name three types of support or treatment that can help someone with alcohol addiction.
Therapy, support groups, medical treatment, family/friend support, or rehabilitation programs.