L1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
Are drugs that slow down the body's functions and reactions. Even small amounts of alcohol can affect how a person feels and behaves.
Depressants
is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations.
Reaction time
is the consumption of a large quantity of alcohol in a very short period of time.
Binge drinking
This is a physical or psychological need for a drug.
Addiction
A structured, planned meeting where family, friends, and professionals confront a person abusing alcohol to encourage them to seek treatment.
Intervention
What does Stop stand for
Say no in a firm voice.
Tell why not.
Offer other ideas.
Promptly leave.
How Alcohol Affect the Individual
3 exanbols
Food or How fast you drink
Gender and body size or Other drugs
How much you drink or General health
Wernicke Korsakoff syndrome (vitamin B1 deficiency leading to severe memory loss and confusion).
Neurological & Brain Function
Signs and Symptoms
Loss of Control or Neglecting Responsibilities
Medical Detoxification
safely manage physical withdrawal symptoms
What is the Legal age to drink alcohol
21
How many oz does Whiskey
Whiskey is 6.5 oz
Likelihood of Fatal Crach for Drivers Aged 21-34
8.6 or 20 or 195.7
Impact on Others
Family members or loved ones who become emotionally or behaviorally dependent on managing the alcoholic's actions and health
Outpatient Programs
medical check-ins or live at home
other ways of thinking or acting are available to teens who choose not to drink? One positive alternative is sports.
Alternatives
a person's mental and physical abilities have been impaired by alcohol.
Intoxication
This is a disease characterized by scarring and eventual destruction of the liver.
Cirrhosis
Enablers are person who create an atmosphere in which the alcoholic can comfortably continue his or her unacceptable behavior.
Enablers
Living without alcohol; the state of being sober.
Sobriety
What does T.A.T.U and SADD
Teens Against Tobacco Use
Students Against Destructive Decisions
What does BAC stand for.
Blood alcohol content
What does FAS stand for
Feta alcohol syndrome
How many Stage are there for Alcoholism
7
9
4
6
10
4
What does MAT stand for
Medication-Assisted Treatment