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100
If you are drinking while driving, what are two consequences of this action?
Getting a DUI, being arrested, hurting yourself, hurting others, killing others
100
List two long term effects
Injuries such as drowning, car crash, domestic violence, family problems, liver disease, alcohol poisoning, nerve damage
100
List two street names for alcohol
Some street names for alcohol include kool aid, liquid courage, juice, hard stuff
100
What is alcohol
Alcohol is a depressant that can be consumed through beer, wine, and other liquor.
200
list three signs someone is abusing alcohol
temporary blackouts or short-term memory loss, mood swings, drinking instead of doing things they normally like, isolating themselves, and hanging out with people who are known for drinking
200
List two short term effects
Slurred speech, drowsiness, vomiting, impaired judgement, headaches, blackouts
200
What is the legal limit for alcohol in people under 21? What is the legal limit for people over 21?
A-0.1 and 0.6
B-0.2 and 0.6
C-0.2 and 0.8
C-0.2 and 0.8
200
What does DUI stand for?
A DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. You can be fined up to $5,000 for a DUI and you might have to serve time in jail.
300
Can alcohol be fatal? List one reason why.
Yes, it can be fatal. Many people drive under the influence and this results in them getting into car accidents, potentially hurting themselves or others. Also, people can develop liver diseases or can get alcohol poisoning, which can be life-threatening.
300
How many people die from alcohol related deaths annually in the US?
A-80,000 B-95,000 C-52,000 D-38,000
B-95,000
300
What makes alcohol so addictive?
Alcohol is addictive because it releases dopamine and endorphins in the brain that make you feel pleasure and act as painkillers. These hormones activate the brain's reward center to influence you to drink again and make you crave alcohol.
300
What is alcohol poising?
Alcohol poisoning is when you drink too much alcohol in a short period of time. If you drink too much too fast, your breathing along with your heart rate and body temperature can be affected. Sometimes, alcohol poisoning can lead to coma and possibly death.
400
What are two consequences of underage drinking
Impairs memory and learning, your brain is still young and alcohol can negatively impact its development. Also, the younger a person starts drinking, the more likely the person will have serious problems with alcohol in the future.
400
List two withdrawal symptoms
Some withdrawal symptoms include nausea, headaches, depression, anxiety, hand tremors (known as “the shakes), trouble or inability to sleep and seizures.
400
What number can someone call to get help for alcohol abuse?
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You can call 1-800-662-HELP for help. If you are looking for something more local, You can go to the New England recovery center in Westborough, Massachusetts where they help adults recover from substance abuse of alcohol, heroin, opioids, cocaine, and other drugs.
400
Work cited (not a question)
https://www.addictioncenter.com/teenage-drug-abuse/underage-drinking/
https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=alcohol-use-among-teens-is-epidemic-1-2443
https://www.drugfreeworld.org/drugfacts/alcohol/short-term-long-term-effects.html
https://www.thewoodsatparkside.com/why-is-alcohol-addictive-for-some-people-and-not-others/
https://recoverycentersofamerica.com/blogs/what-makes-alcohol-addictive/