Vaping
What is the highly addictive chemical found in all tobacco products?
Nicotine
What is the harmful, mind-altering chemical found in marijuana that makes people feel high?
THC
Bonus 200 points: what is THC short for?
Why do some young people choose to drink or use other drugs?
Possible answers: rebellion, boredom, social media, lack of confidence, escape and self medication, peer pressure, curiosity, wanting to feel older
What is one (1) healthy way to manage your emotions instead of using drugs?
Possible answers: take a walk, listen to music, think positively, take deep breaths, use positive self-talk, talk to friends and family, find something to laugh about, accept what cannot be changed, avoid words like ‘always’ and ‘never’
What/who is a peer?
Someone around the same age as you.
True or False: vaping is healthier/safer for you than smoking cigarettes
FALSE. The chemicals in vape juice are linked to cancer, popcorn lung, asthma, wheezing and shortness of breath.
True or False: marijuana is addictive.
TRUE. Occasional marijuana users become psychologically addicted to the substance (they are hooked on the feeling they get from smoking). Chronic users become physically/physiologically addicted to the substance (they feel like they have to have it just to feel normal)
True or False: Alcohol is the most commonly used substance among young people in the U.S.?
TRUE
What is one way you can be an active listener?
Possible answers: listen attentively, ask questions, body language, eye contact
Name three (3) of the peer pressure refusal strategies.
Possible answers: say ‘no,’ walk away, ignore, reverse the pressure, broken record, make an excuse, state the facts, better idea, steer clear
What is the legal age to purchase tobacco?
21
What is the term used to describe marijuana that has been mixed into food such as brownies, cookies, candy, soda, and tea?
Edibles
How does alcohol use affect brain activity?
Possible answers: impairs memory and learning ability, impairs judgment and decision making, loss of balance, slows down reflexes
Which of the three communication styles is most effective in a conversation?
Assertive
Jasmine was taking some books out of her locker when Brandi said, “Hey, we’re going to skip our next class. You should come with us. It’s no big deal. It’s just one class. You won’t miss anything.” Jasmine looked Brandi in the eye and replied, “Brandi, why are you pressuring me? You know I don’t miss school unless I’m really sick.”
Which peer pressure refusal strategy did Jasmine use?
Reverse the Pressure
True or False: young people who vape are less likely to smoke cigarettes as adults.
FALSE. Young people who vape are actually more likely to smoke cigarettes as adults. 90% of adults who are chronic smokers tried smoking before they were 18 years old.
Cannabis Sativa
What is ‘binge drinking’?
Heavy consumption of alcohol in a short period of time
What are the three (3) communication styles?
Passive
Aggressive
Assertive
What does it mean to do things impulsively?
Doing things/making choices without thinking about the consequences first.
What is the name of the gas produced by using electronic vaping devices?
Aerosol
What is a psychoactive drug?
What are the effects of binge drinking? (Name at least 2)
Possible answers: difficulty concentrating, memory lapses, mood changes, alcohol poisoning, slow breathing, seizures, low body temperature, pale skin, vomiting, black out/pass out, coma
How can unmanaged emotions impact a person's decision making?
It will cause them to not think as clearly, or consider the consequences of their actions. As a result, they will likely make unhealthy decisions.
What is the difference between peer pressure and peer influence?
Answer: peer pressure is when someone around your age tries to get you to do something you don’t want to do (usually negative), and peer influence is when you choose to do something you wouldn’t otherwise do (can be positive or negative).