DUI Consequences
What does DUI stand for?
Driving Under the Influence.
Which organ is primarily responsible for breaking down alcohol?
The liver.
I am a depressant found in beer, wine, and liquor. I can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time. What am I?
Alcohol.
Name three healthy coping skills someone can use when feeling stressed or overwhelmed.
Exercise, deep breathing, journaling, talking to someone, meditation, or taking a walk.
What does the acronym HALT stand for, and why is it important in recovery?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, and Tired. These are common states that can increase vulnerability to stress, cravings, and unhealthy decisions.
What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for most drivers age 21 and older in California?
0.08%. A driver can still be arrested with a lower BAC if impaired.
What part of the brain is responsible for judgment, planning, and decision-making?
The prefrontal cortex.
I am a powerful stimulant that can cause increased energy, reduced appetite, paranoia, and a rapid heartbeat. What am I?
Methamphetamine.
What are the eight dimensions of wellness?
Physical, emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, occupational, financial, and environmental.
What is the difference between guilt and shame?
Guilt is feeling bad about something you did ("I made a mistake"), while shame is feeling bad about who you are ("I am a mistake").
What device may be required to be installed in a vehicle following a DUI conviction?
Ignition Interlock Device (IID).
True or False: Drinking coffee, taking a cold shower, or exercising can help someone sober up faster.
False. Only time allows the body to metabolize alcohol.
I can cause relaxation, altered perception, impaired short-term memory, and sometimes anxiety or paranoia. What am I?
Cannabis (marijuana/THC).
What is catastrophizing?
A cognitive distortion where someone automatically assumes the worst possible outcome of a situation.
What does the acronym MADD stand for?
Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
What is the Watson Advisement?
A warning that if someone drives under the influence and causes a death, they could face murder charges under certain circumstances.
Name three long-term health problems that can result from excessive alcohol consumption.
Liver disease, heart disease, high blood pressure, certain cancers, and memory problems.
I am a powerful synthetic opioid that can cause extreme sedation, pinpoint pupils, and dangerously slow breathing. What am I?
Fentanyl.
Someone loses their job, begins feeling hopeless, and considers drinking to cope. Name three healthy actions they could take instead.
Reach out to a support system, practice healthy coping skills, create a plan for finding employment, attend a support meeting, or seek professional help.
What is the difference between a trigger and a craving?
A trigger is something that increases the likelihood of wanting to use a substance, while a craving is the actual urge or desire to use it.
Name three possible consequences of receiving a second DUI in California.
Jail time, fines, license suspension or restrictions, mandatory DUI education, probation, and possible IID requirements.
Why is mixing alcohol with opioids or benzodiazepines especially dangerous?
These substances can suppress the central nervous system, slowing or stopping breathing and increasing the risk of overdose and death.
I am a class of prescription medications that includes Xanax and Valium. I am often prescribed for anxiety but can cause sedation, memory problems, dependence, and dangerous withdrawal symptoms. What am I?
Benzodiazepines.
What is the difference between things you can control and things you cannot control when facing life's challenges?
You can control your own actions, attitudes, responses, and decisions, but you cannot control other people's behaviors, opinions, or unexpected life events. Focusing on what you can control can help reduce stress and improve decision-making.
What is kratom, and what are two possible effects it can have on the body?
Kratom is a plant whose compounds interact with opioid receptors. It can produce stimulant-like effects, sedation, nausea, and dependence.