Why is alcohol harmful
A drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains
Alchohol
The ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations
Reaction Time
What major organs can alcohol damage
Liver, Pancreas, and Heart
A physical or physchological need for a drug
Addiction
a return to the use of a drug after atempting to stop
relapse
What is it called when it is produced by a chemical reaction called fermentation
Ethanol Alcohol
How fast does alcohol reach the brain
30 seconds
Drinking alcohol as a teen could lead to
long lasting learning and memory problems
How many estimated Americans are alcoholics
14 million
What are the symptoms of withdrawal
headaches, tiredness, strong moodswings, and nausea
What group of drugs does alcohol belong in
Depressants
What does BAC stand for
Blood Alcohol Content
How is alcohol absorbed
Its absorbed by the tissue lining the mouth and stomach, and goes directly into the blood.
a process in which you body needs more and more of a drug to get the same effect
Tolerance
What is the refusal skill to use when you are feeling pressured to try alcohol
S.T.O.P.
What does alcohol increase the risk of
Depression, suicidal thoughts, and violence
What percent is enought to make it dangerous for a person to drive
.08
What 2 cancers can people get by drinking large amounts of alcohol
Mouth or throat cancer
How many stages of alcohol are there and what are they
4 stages. Stage 1- suprised at how much they have drank Stage 2- short term memory loss and blacks out Stage 3- Lose control Stage 4- Chronic or ongoing
A group that can get help for the family
Al-Anon
What fraction of teens traffic deaths are related to alcohol
1/3
Who is affected by alcohol faster men or Women
Women
a condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down
Fatty Liver
Underage drinking costs the society how much
more than 50 billion dollar a year
Someone who has an addiction to alcohol but chooses to live without alcohol
Recovering Alcoholic