Substance Use Basics
What is a drug?
A drug is any substance which, when absorbed into the body, alters the body's function either physically and/or psychologically. Drugs can be legal (alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine) or illegal (marijuana, heroin, cocaine)
What is binge drinking?
Binge drinking is consuming more than 4 drinks in a 2 hour period for women and 5 drinks in a 2 hour period for men.
What is the addictive chemical in a cigarette?
Nicotine
True or False: Marijuana is an addictive drug.
True. People who smoke marijuana daily and stop can experience physical withdrawal symptoms such as insomnia, loss of appetite, and psychological symptoms such as agitation and irritability.
Name 3 places where you might see or hear positive messages about alcohol or other drugs.
TV/movies, social media, billboards, music, trucks, posters on stores
What are some of the reasons why youth use drugs and alcohol?
Boredom, desire to look cool, peer pressure, stress, to self medicate, availability, curiosity, to escape, rebellion, friends are using, and social media.
What is alcohol poisoning?
A consequence of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period. Can affect breathing, heart rate, body temp control, and could lead to coma and death.
Is there nicotine in JUUL pods and other e-juices?
Yes, the amount of nicotine in a JUUL pod is equivalent to a pack and a half of cigarettes. Most e-juices contain nicotine, even the ones that claim they do not, traces of nicotine have been found.
Name two ways that Marijuana impairs driving abilities.
Reflexes and motor skills, sense of time and distance/perception, eye movements
What are protective factors of alcohol and drug use?
A. Eating dinner with your family
B. Have first-hand experience of the effects of AOD
C. Genetics
D. You can't protect someone from AOD
A. Eating dinner with your family
This builds a connected bond with your family.
What are some health and social risks associated with drug use and abuse?
Problems in relationships with family and friends, school failure, loss of interest in healthy activities, impaired memory, mental health issues, risk of overdose and death, and toxic reaction with other medications.
What is a Substance Use Disorder?
Inability to control or stop drinking once started, physical cravings to drink, and dependence on alcohol. Can lead to major consequences with relationships, problems in the workplace, legal issues, and major health issues.
A smoker who smokes a pack a day for a year will spend about how much money on cigarettes a year?
A. $1,677.25
B. $3,480.95
C. $4,690.25
D. $5,825.50
C. $4,690.25
Marijuana today is more potent and stronger than several decades ago.
How do advertisements contribute to alcohol use?
They portray alcohol as the key to having fun
Show no negative consequences of alcohol use
Make it look like everyone drinks
Do drugs and alcohol permanently affect the brain? Why or why not?
The brain is not developed until 25. The earlier a youth begins drinking alcohol or using drugs, the greater the risk of changing the way the brain develops.
What are some long-term health issues related to alcohol abuse?
The effects can include cardiovascular disease, cancer of the throat and liver, anxiety, depression, dementia, and liver disease.
Is chewing tobacco safe to use? Why or why not?
No, it can cause mouth cancer, gum disease, and heart disease. Nicotine found in chewing tobacco is addictive.
What are the side effects of marijuana use?
The effects can include red eyes, drowsiness, impaired motor skills, altered perceptions, poor coordination, and vision impairment
Which of the following is not a good way to prevent a friend from driving drunk?
A. Take their keys
B. Give them coffee
C. Call a parent
D. Find a sober driver
B. Give them coffee
What is the Good Samaritan Law?
This law protects underage users from any legal consequences when calling 911 for help if someone is hurt or sick.
What are two dangers of hosting a party where kids are drinking?
Legal, health, financial consequences.
What are some long term effects of smoking?
The effects can include lung, mouth and throat cancer, heart disease, strokes, and high blood pressure.
What are the health risks from marijuana use?
The health risks can include weight gain, respiratory infections, anxiety, panic attacks, and problems with learning and memory.
Demonstrate how to refuse alcohol
Demonstrate