L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
What is the drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains.
Alcohol
What is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations?
Reaction Time
What condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down?
Fatty Liver
What is the physical or psychological need for a drug?
Addiction
Intervention
What kind of drug is alcohol?
Depressant
What is the livers job against alcohol?
Breaks down alcohol once it enters the bloodstream
Is alcohol digestive?
How much more times are 15 and younger are likely to become addicted than other individuals?
What are some symptoms of withdrawl?
Headaches, Tiredness, Strong mood swings, and nausea
What are some positive alternative to drinking?
Learning new skills. Discovering a new talent, Challenging your body or being part of team.
What is the amount of alcohol that is considered legally intoxicated?
0.08
What diesase can happen because of heavy alcohol use?
Cirrhosis
How many americans are alcoholics?
14 million
What is the organizations that offer help?
Al-Anon or Alateen
What fraction of teen crashes is caused of all teen deaths related to alcohol?
1/3
2/3
How many people died in a car crash in 2005 related to alcohol?
Over 16,000
How much money does underage drinking cost society?
More than 50 billions dollars
What can you do if pressure continues?
Walk away or get help from a parent or other adult.
Students Against Destructive Decisions or Teens Agaisnt Tobacco Use or Youth for Environmental Sanity
Sugar
What can the combination of alcohol and depression lead to?
Suicide
How long does the alcohol abuse pattern last?
12 months
What are all of the steps to recovery? (NAME ALL)
Admission, Counseling, Detoxification, Resolution