Drunk Driving
What is the legal drinking age in Kansas?
21 years old
What color should the light be when crossing the street?
Red
True or False:
Violent relationships in adolescence can have serious ramifications by putting the victims at higher risk for substance abuse, eating disorders, risky sexual behavior and further domestic violence.
True
What are two of the most common addictive drugs?
- cocoaine
- alcohol
- heroine
- hallucinogens
What does the acronym SADD stand for?
Students Against Destructive Decisions
What are two consequences an under age driver can get because of a DUI?
-loss of license (30 days-age 21)
-impoundment of your motor vehicle
What should you do before crossing the street?
Look left, right, then left again. Always double check for cars before crossing the street.
Name 4 different types of abuse
Emotional
Physical
Mental
Sexual
What are a few common withdraw symptoms of alcohol, opioids, marijuana and heroine? (give 3)
(answers may vary)
- nausea
- sweating
- mood swings (depression to irritability)
- itching
What are two of SADD's initiatives?
Drowsy Driving
Emotional and Physical Abuse
Depression and Anxiety
Suicide and Self Harm
Drugs
Violence Prevention
True or False?
Traffic accidents are the leading cause of death for teens.
True
When there is no sidewalk, where are you supposed to walk? (be specific)
walk facing traffic, as far away from the traffic as possible
Approximately how many high school students nationwide experience physical abuse from a dating partner in a single year.
1.5 million students
On average, at what age do kids start using drugs?
13-15 years old
Where are SADD "headquarters" located?
Washington DC
On average, how many times will a drunk driver drive under the influence before they are pulled over?
about 80 times
What can pedestrians do to increase their visibility at night time?
walk with a flashlight, wear retro-reflective clothing
1 in how many women have been in abusive relationships?
3
Approximately how many babies a year are born already addicted to cocaine?
100,000+ babies
What two car companies sponsor SADD?!
Nissan and Toyota
What percent of traffic related deaths are due to drunk drivers?
31%
In 2016, approximately how many pedestrians were killed in traffic crashes?
approximately 6,000 people (5,987)
What are some reasons why an individual might not leave an abusive relationship?
- individual is dependent on abuser financially
- individual still loves abuser
- individual fears abuser
What is meth made with? (list 1 ingredient)
- lithium
- acetone
- hydrochloric acid
What is our mission?
To empower young people to successfully confront the risks and pressures that challenge them throughout their daily lives.