L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
What is a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains
Alcohol
T or F: Alcohol is a fast-acting drug
True
How many areas of life does it affect?
All areas of life
T or F: Alcohol isn't habit forming
False
T or F: People who are struggling with alcohol problems need help.
True
What are some alternatives to drinking alcohol
Sports, Learning Skills, Being part of a team, etc.
What is the liver's job in the body?
To break down alcohol
What can't the liver do once it is damaged.
Remove poisons from blood
What is the first stage of alcoholism?
Someone being surprised about how much they can drink.
What is the stage of recovery where they have to ask for help?
Admission
Why do some teens choose to drink alcohol?
To fit in with their peers
How do people act violently after drinking alcohol?
Like to fight and behave violently
What is a condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down?
Fatty Liver
What is one of the major symptoms of alcoholism?
Denial, Craving, Loss of control, Tolerance, and Physical Dependence
T or F: Alcohol only damages social health?
False: It affects all aspects of health
What are some groups that help teens make smart choices?
SADD and T.A.T.U
What can effect the affects of alcohol?
Gender, Body Size, other drugs, Food, General Health, How fast you drink, and how much you drink.
What can alcohol block in the brain?
Messages sent to the brain
What is a symptom of alcohol abuse?
Failure to fulfill major work, Drinking in physical dangerous situations, Having ongoing alcohol related problems, and Continuing to drink even when relationships have been negatively affected.
What should you do when you start feeling pressured to try alcohol?
Practice the S.T.O.P strategy
What fraction of teen deaths is caused by alcohol?
1/3
How much does the liver break down when alcohol is consumed?
95%
What is a danger of binge drinking?
Death from alcohol poisoning
How much does underage drinking cost to the society?
50 Billion Dollars
What should you do if the pressure continues after you try the S.T.O.P strategy?
Walk away from the pressure