Smoking
What could you use to replace nicotine?
Gum
What is the name of the type of alcohol found in beer, wine, and liquor?
Ethanol
What is a coping skill?
Something you do to manage stress, emotions, or difficult situations.
Name one trusted adult you can talk to if you're worried about substance use.
A parent, guardian, teacher, or school counselor.
What organ helps filter and remove alcohol from the blood?
The liver
What organ is most directly affected by inhaling cigarette smoke?
lungs
Is alcohol a stimulant or a depressant?
A depressant
Name one healthy way to deal with stress.
Exercise, listening to music, drawing, or deep breathing.
Who at school can help students with emotional or personal problems?
A school counselor, social worker, or school nurse
How can smoking damage your lungs?
It can damage lung tissue and make breathing harder.
Name two harmful chemicals found in cigarette smoke.
Examples include tar, carbon monoxide, and formaldehyde
What organ does most of the work of breaking down alcohol?
Liver
What is one benefit of talking to someone you trust when you're upset?
It can help you feel supported and find solutions.
Is it okay to ask a helpline for information about helping a friend or family member?
Yes. People can seek guidance for themselves or someone they care about.
Name one way alcohol can affect the body.
It can affect balance, coordination, judgment, or reaction time.
What addictive chemical is found in tobacco?
Nicotine
What does it mean when alcohol affects your judgment?
It can make it harder to think clearly and make safe decisions.
If you feel overwhelmed, name two things you can do to calm yourself down.
Take slow breaths, take a break, go for a walk, or listen to calming music.
What should you do if a friend tells you they are struggling with addiction?
Listen without judging and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult.
What is alcohol poisoning?
A dangerous condition caused by consuming enough alcohol to interfere with vital body functions.
How can smoking affect your body over time? Name two effects.
It can cause lung disease, heart disease, cancer, and breathing problems.
Name two ways alcohol can affect the body.
It can affect coordination, reaction time, judgment, memory, and balance.
Why are healthy coping skills important for someone recovering from addiction?
They can help manage stress and cravings without returning to substance use.
What if the first adult you ask for help doesn't listen?
Try another trusted adult or professional.
Name two long-term health problems associated with heavy alcohol use.
Liver disease, heart problems, certain cancers, or brain damage.