The consequences of binge drinking
Tobacco/Marijuana & Vaping
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS): causes, signs and symptoms
Other Drugs

Vocabulary terms
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what are the consequences of binge drinking ?

Excessive alcohol use can lead to increased risk of health problems such as injuries, violence, liver diseases, and cancer.

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what happens if i consume vaping ?

In addition to your lungs, nicotine and other substances in e-liquid can hurt your heart and brain. We know nicotine can hurt brain development, raise your blood pressure and narrow your arteries.

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what is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ?

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders are a group of conditions that can occur in a person whose mother drank alcohol during pregnancy.

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what other drugs exist ?

  • alcohol.
  • tobacco.
  • cannabis.
  • methamphetamines (e.g. MDMA) and other stimulants such as cocaine.
  • new psychoactive substances – synthetic drugs.
  • opioids, including heroin.
  • the non-medical use of prescription drugs.
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chronic lung disease (COPD)

no cure for chronic lung disease, but it is manageable with lifestyle changes and medication.

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how alcohol can affect your mind ?

When alcohol is consumed while an individual’s brain is still developing, it can alter their brain in a negative way. This frequently causes a drop in the drinker’s IQ, leading to memory impairment and other cognitive problems that will plague their learning ability and social skills.

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what happens if i consume tobacco ?

Smoking causes cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung diseases, diabetes, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.

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what are the symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ?

  • Distinctive facial features, including small eyes, an exceptionally thin upper lip, a short, upturned nose, and a smooth skin surface between the nose and upper lip.
  • Deformities of joints, limbs and fingers.
  • Slow physical growth before and after birth.
  • Vision difficulties or hearing problems.
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what is methamphetamines ?

It is currently marketed in 5, 10, and 15-milligram tablets (immediate release and extended release formulations) and has very limited use in the treatment of obesity and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

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alzheimer`s

affects memory and cognitive functions

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chronic diseases

Repeated binge drinking takes a serious toll on the body and increases a person’s chance of developing a chronic disease. This can include high blood pressure, heart disease, and liver disease.

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what is the symptoms of tobacco ?

  • Trouble concentrating.
  • Anxiety and panic attacks.
  • Depression.
  • Trouble sleeping.
  • Irritability and frustration.
  • Increased appetite and weight gain.
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what are the causes of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ?

FASDs can occur when a person is exposed to alcohol before birth.

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what is cannabis ?

Cannabis, also known as marijuana among other names, is a psychoactive drug from the cannabis plant. Native to Central or South Asia

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heart disease 

leading causes of death for all adults in the U.S.

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cancer

While not often reported on, binge drinking puts an individual at greater risk of developing certain types of cancer early in life. The primary variants of this include breast, mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, and colon cancer.

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what is the symptoms of marijuana ?

  • Bloodshot eyes.
  • Increased appetite.
  • Lack of motivation.
  • Weight gain.
  • Nervous or paranoid behavior.
  • Impaired coordination.
  • Slowed reaction time.
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what are the sings of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome ?

  • Low body weight.
  • Poor coordination.
  • Hyperactive behavior.
  • Difficulty with attention.
  • Poor memory.
  • Difficulty in school (especially with math)
  • Learning disabilities.
  • Speech and language delays.
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what is opioids ?

Opioids are substances that act on opioid receptors to produce morphine-like effects. Medically they are primarily used for pain relief, including anesthesia.

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chronic kidney disease

only cure is a kidney transplant

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binge drinking can result in violent behavior

Every individual has a slightly different reaction to heavy drinking. While some people might close themselves off, other people become boisterous and more emboldened in their interactions, if not outright aggressive.

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what happens if i consume marijuana ?

When someone smokes marijuana, THC goes from the lungs into the bloodstream. From there, it ends up in the brain and other organs.

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what is new psychoactive substances ? 

A designer drug is a structural or functional analog of a controlled substance that has been designed to mimic the pharmacological effects of the original drug, while avoiding classification as illegal and/or detection in standard drug tests.

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stroke

occurs when there is a blood clot in a vessel in the brain. strokes can vary in intensity

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