L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
What is a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits,vegetables, and grains?
Alcohol
What is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations?
Reaction time
What liver condition can develop when fat builds up in the liver?
Fatty liver disease
What is addiction?
Addiction is a physical or psychological need for a drug.
What is an intervention?
A gathering where family and friends encourage someone to get help.
True or False: Dose alcohol make it hard to think clearly and make good decisions?
True
What is the measurement of alcohol in a person's bloodstream called?
Blood alcohol content
How does alcohol affect the brain?
Alcohol damages brain cells and affects memory and problem-solving.
What is alcoholism?
A chronic disease involving a mental and physical need for alcohol.
What is detoxification?
Getting an addictive substance out of the body.
Teens who drink can damage their brain development Yes or no, and why come?
Yes, and why is “Drinking will help me for-get about my problems.” “I’ll look more grown-up with a drink in my hand.” “Movies make drinking look cool.” “My friends keep pressur-ing me to try alcohol.” Or peers telling you to or its "cool"
True or False: Dose the Gender and body size matter when drinking?
Yes, Females and smaller people are affected more quickly rather than males and larger people.
What are two ways alcohol can affect the brain?
It can affect memory and problem-solving skills.
What is craving?
A strong need or urge to drink.
What are two symptoms of withdrawal?
Headaches and tiredness.
Why do people say the regret saying/doing things when they are drunk?
Alcohol affects the brain, making it harder to think clearly and make good decisions.
Do those who drink are more likely to fight or behave violently?
True
What is binge drinking?
Drinking a large amount of alcohol in a very short period of time.
What are the five major symptoms of alcoholism?
Denial, craving, loss of control, tolerance, and physical dependence.
What does AA stand for?
Alcoholics Anonymous.
Why are many teens choosing not to drink alcohol?
Many teens understand that alcohol can harm their health, so they are choosing to say no to drinking.
List three factors that can influence the effect alcohol has on a person
Body weight, how much alcohol a person drinks, and how quickly they drink it.
What can happen to the brain when alcohol damages the liver and poisons build up in the blood?
The poisons can reach and damage the brain.
What happens during stage two of alcoholism?
The person may have memory loss, blackouts, feel guilty, and make excuses for drinking.
What are two ways to stay alcohol free?
Choose alcohol-free friends and avoid places where alcohol may be present.