L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
What type of drug is Alcohol
Depressants
What does it mean to a persons mental and physical abilities have been impaired by alcohol.
Intoxication
What is a condition in which fats build up in the liver
Fatty liver
This is a physical or psychological need for a drug.
Addiction
What is a return to the use of a drug after tempting to stop?
Relapse
What is 1/3 of the causes of teen death in driving?
Alcohol/under influence
What percent does the liver break down alcohol?
95%
Drinking Alcohol can lead to damage in what parts of the body?
People who are addicted to alcohol suffer from?
Alcoholism
Denial
What happens to most teens who drink?
They think most of their problems will be solved.
How long does it tale for the bloodstream to reach the brain?
30 seconds
How do people with depression feel after drinking alcohol?
They feel more worse with alcohol in their body.
How many stages are there in Alcoholism?
Four Stages
How does recover start?
When the alcoholic makes a commitment to never drink again
What is the phrase to say if someone offers you alcohol
"JUST SAY NO!"
What is the amount of all domestic violence cases that are related to alcohol
2/3s
Alcohol can become addictive by?
Physical and Emotional needs
How much does underage drinking cost society?
50 billion dollars a year
Choose friends who don't drink
What advocacy group helps alcohol use?
T.A.T.U: Teens Against Tobacco Use
Does alcohol come from the break down sugar?
Yes
When someone heavy drinks what muscle gets affected?
The heart muscle will get weaker
What is a common symptom of Alcoholism?
Make excuses to drink
How does withdrawal affect the body?
Affects the person physical and psychological reactions.