Physical Health
Name one of the organs damaged by alcholism in teens.
The brain and nervous system, heart, liver and pancreas.
This factor increases the likelihood that teenagers will engage in alcohol abuse.
Peer pressure! Peer pressure is a significant risk factor that can influence teenagers to engage in alcohol abuse, especially in social settings.
Do more than half of all underage Australians drink?
No, one-third of Australians between the ages of 12 and 17 report recent drinking and about 4% regularly engage in risky drinking behaviour.
What's the first step in quitting your alcohol dependence?
Putting down the drink!
This mental health condition, characterized by intense fear or anxiety about social situations, can be worsened by alcohol abuse among teenagers.
Social anxiety disorder! Alcohol abuse can exacerbate social anxiety disorder, making it more difficult for teens to manage social interactions and causing distress in social situations.
True or false: People who regularly had 5 or more drinks in a row starting at age 13 were more likely to be overweight or have high blood pressure by age 24 than their nondrinking peers.
True! One study found that people who regularly had 5 or more drinks in a row starting at age 13 were much more likely to be overweight or have high blood pressure by age 24 than their nondrinking peers.
Who is the main supplier of alcohol to underage drinkers?
Parents are the main supplier of alcohol to children under 18.
In Australia, what percentage of teenagers report that they have been a passenger in a car with a driver who had been drinking alcohol? (Get within 10%)
17%! According to the Australian Secondary Students’ Alcohol and Drug Survey, 17% of teenagers reported being a passenger in a car with a driver who had been drinking alcohol.
True or false: It's easier to quit alcohol by yourself then telling family or friends.
False! Like many things in life, quitting or cutting down on alcohol use is much easier with support. Tell your friends and family about what you're doing so they can help you. It's even better if someone you know is trying to do the same thing.
Teenagers who abuse alcohol are at a higher risk of developing these two mental health disorders.
Depression and anxiety! Alcohol abuse can worsen existing mental health conditions and increase the risk of developing depression and anxiety disorders in teens.
Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to this acute condition, characterized by severe vomiting, confusion, and dangerously low blood pressure.
Alcohol poisoning! Alcohol poisoning is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that can occur as a result of excessive alcohol consumption, particularly in teenagers.
True or False: Binge drinking among Australian teenagers has decreased significantly in recent years.
False! Binge drinking among Australian teenagers remains a concern, with a significant proportion engaging in risky drinking behaviors, according to recent surveys and studies.
True or False: Teens living with one biological parent and one step-parent are allowed to drink at home significantly more than those with two biological parents?
True! Teens living with one biological parent and one step-parent are 10% more likely to drink at home. (Teens with a step-parent drank 37% of the time, while teens with two biological parents drank 27% of the time, and teens of single parents drank 26% of the time).
This prevention strategy aims to reduce alcohol abuse among teenagers by providing other options to alcohol-centered activities and promoting healthy lifestyles.
Recreational and extracurricular activities! Providing recreational and extracurricular activities for teenagers can reduce the possibility of alcohol abuse by offering positive alternatives and promoting healthy behaviors.
True or false: People who first use alcohol before age 15 are five times more likely to abuse alcohol than those who first used alcohol at age 21 or older.
True! People who first use alcohol before age 15 are five times more likely to abuse alcohol than those who first use alchol at age 21 or older.
True or false: Research shows that a hangover can be just as damaging to the brain as heavy drinking.
True! A hangover reduces a person's ability to learn new information and recall memories.
According to the Australian Secondary Students’ Alcohol and Drug Survey 2017, this percentage of teenagers aged 12-17 reported binge drinking in the past month. (Get within 5%)
7.5%! Binge drinking is defined as consuming five or more standard drinks on one occasion. According to the survey, 7.5% of teenagers aged 12-17 reported binge drinking in the past month.
In Australia, what percentage of teenage hospital admissions for injuries are alcohol-related? (Get within 7%)
25%! Approximately 25% of teenage hospital admissions for injuries in Australia are alcohol-related, which shows the impact of alcohol abuse on accidents and injuries among teenagers.
This Australian program aims to reduce alcohol-related harm among teenagers by promoting safe behaviors and providing support and education.
The Australian Government's National Drug Strategy! It aims to reduce alcohol-related harm among teenagers through prevention campaigns, education programs, and community initiatives.
Teens who abuse alcohol are at a higher risk of developing this mental health disorder, characterized by severe changes in mood, behavior, and energy levels.
Bipolar disorder! Alcohol abuse can increase the risk of developing bipolar disorder, which is characterized by severe mood swings.
What part of the brain, when damaged because of alcohol, can have lifelong consequences on memory, personality, and behavior?
The pre - frontal cortex!
Long-term heavy drinking can lead to difficulties in thinking, memory, and decision-making, a condition often referred to by this term.
Impaired cognitive function! Chronic alcohol use can cause significant cognitive impairments, affecting daily functioning and quality of life.
Among Australian teenagers aged 12-17 who reported drinking alcohol, what percentage engaged in binge drinking? (Get within 5%)
41%! According to the National Drug Strategy Household Survey, 41% of Australian teenagers aged 12-17 who reported drinking alcohol engaged in binge drinking.
These guidelines recommend no more than 10 standard drinks per week and no more than 4 on any single day to minimize people's health risks from alcohol.
Australian Guidelines to Reduce Health Risks from Drinking Alcohol! These guidlines contain recommendations to help people drink responsibly and reduce their risk of harm from diseases or injuries related to alcohol.
Teens who abuse alcohol increase their chances of developing this mental health condition, where people experience hallucinations, delusions, and impaired cognitive function.
Psychosis! Alcohol abuse can induce psychotic symptoms, and longtime heavy abuse increases the risk of teens developing psychosis.