Alcohol and Other Drugs
What is alcohol?
A chemical produced from fermentation of mixed sugar and yeast.
Frequently talking about getting high or drunk is what kind of indicator for alcohol and substance abuse?
Personal attitude/behavior indicator.
What are the penalty/statutes for misrepresentation of age or the use of another person's license to purchase alcohol?
Fine, license suspension, up to thirty days in jail.
When is a human's brain developed?
Mid 20s.
Consuming how many drinks is considered binge drinking?
4 or more in females, 5 or more in males.
What are two long term effects of marijuana?
Weight loss, breathing issues, anxiety, panic attacks, hallucinations, memory impairment, lung cancer.
What are three personal attitude/behavior indicators for alcohol or substance abuse?
Talking about getting drunk/high, behaving uncharacteristically, more angry or defiant, overreacting to ordinary circumstances, secretive behavior, increased financial issues.
How much is the fine for the purchase or attempt to purchase alcohol by a minor?
$200-$500
What are two long term effects of drinking as a minor on the brain?
Decrease in intellectual capabilities, increased likeliness of alcohol addiction.
What kind of depressant is alcohol and how is it ingested and spread through the body?
Central nervous system depressant. Absorbed through the stomach, into small intestine, and eventually bloodstream.
What are stimulants and what are they used for?
Chemicals that speed up the central nervous system. Some are used to treat mental illnesses such as depression.
A friend is constantly borrowing money from you to buy beer. This is what kind of alcohol and substance abuse indicator?
Personal attitude/behavior indicator
What is the BAC limit for minors while operating a motor vehicle and what is the BAC limit for those over 21?
Minors can't operate a motor vehicle with BAC higher than .02%. Those over 21 can have a .08%.
What is the connection between suicide and alcohol consumption in high school students?
High school students who drink alcohol are twice as likely to consider attempting suicide.
What is moderate drinking?
A lower risk pattern of drinking. For women, 1 drink per day, 2 for men.
What are 4 long term effects of alcohol?
Any of these: brain and kidney damage, increased blood pressure, liver issues, irritable colon, stomach ulcers, premature aging.
How does marijuana affect your ability to drive?
What is the law that corresponds to this penalty/statute?
First offense: Infraction
Second offense: Fines
Prohibits possession of alcohol of minors on public and private property.
Double trouble: Why is it not ok to drink alcohol and drive? What effects does it have on the brain and driving abilities? At what BAC is driving significantly affected?
Alcohol slows reaction time and impairs coordination skills. At BAC .04%, driving is significantly impaired.
What are two things you can do if you feel that someone has a drinking problem?
Consult healthcare provider. Consult National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Referral Routing Service (1-800-662-HELP)
What is heroin and what are two long term effects of heroin?
Heroin is a derivative version of morphine that comes from opium. Some effects - physical problems, psychological problems, weak breathing, nausea, panic, insomnia.
Those who use this drug are 3-7 times more likely to get into a car crash.
Marijuana
What are four CT laws related to alcohol and minors?
(listed elsewhere)
What are five influences on an individual's reactions to alcohol?
Age, gender, race/ethnicity, physical condition, amount of food consumed prior to consumption, speed of alcohol consumed, use of other drugs while consuming alcohol, genetics.
What is the difference between alcohol abuse and alcoholism? Provide an example of each.
Answer listed elsewhere.