Alcohol Use
True or False: Underage drinking does not increase the likelihood of alcohol dependence as an adult.
Alcohol Harms a Teen's Developing Brain
False - A study showed that 45% of kids who began drinking at age 13 became alcohol dependent. Only 7% of those who began drinking at 21 became alcoholics.
A stimulant found in sodas, coffee, and tea
Caffeine
What does DUI stand for?
Driving Under the Influence
Name at least two ways to increase brain health
Exercise, eating healthy, practicing mindfulness, getting sleep, studying, avoiding too much screen time, etc.
This organ does the most work in ridding alcohol from your body.
Liver
Short term or moderate drinking impairs ______ and _____ far more in youth than adults.
Learning and memory
An addictive stimulant found in vapes, cigarettes, and tobacco products that can harm the parts of the brain that control attention and learning.
Nicotine
What law was established with serious consequences for those who drive with any measurable amount of alcohol in their blood or drugs in their system
Zero Tolerance Law
New research shows that your brain is like a _______ that gets stronger when you use it.
Muscle
What age does the brain continue to develop until ?
25!! New research also shows those with ADHD take a longer maturation process and can be closer to 33!
True or False: Alcohol use can increase suicidal ideation in teens.
True - A study on 8th grade girls determined that 37% of heavy drinkers attempted suicide versus 11% of non-drinkers)
Name at least two ways that marijuana use can negatively affect a developing brain.
Impairs learning and memory, attention, decision-making, and time estimation
How many months are you on Zero Tolerance Probation for driving after you get your license?
36 Months!! This means no drugs or alcohol in your system for at least the first three to five years of driving. Violations lead to immediate licence suspensions (starting at 3 days), vehicle impoundment, and hefty Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) penalties
Studies show children learn better when they have better nutrition. Name three brain healthy foods
Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts/legumes low-fat protein
This stimulant is often prescribed to help people who are diagnosed with ADD or ADHD but can be dangerous when misused.
Ritalin, Adderal, or Concerta
Never take prescription medication that was not given to you by a health care professional!
Adolescent drinking could cause severe changes in the good judgement area of the brain (prefrontal), which plays an important role in forming adult ______ and _______.
personality and behavior
Teenagers who use marijuana weekly have double the risk for later _______ and _______.
Depression and anxiety
True or False: Parental consent to conduct blood, breath, and urine testing on minors for underage drinking is not required.
True - Police do not need parental consent to conduct these tests, but are required to notify your parents of the arrest.
Aerobic exercise, like sports or dance, can improve _____ and ______ by increasing blood flow to the brain.
Learning and Memory
The hippocampus suffers from the worst alcohol-related brain damage in teens. What is the hippocampus? (Hint - You will always remember a hippo on campus)
It is the part of the brain that plays a key role in learning and memory!
Name two risks or behaviors that are increased by teen drinking.
Promiscuity, alcohol poisoning / death, teen pregnancies or STDs, illegal drug use, poor grades, suicidal ideation, poor decisions / mistakes, etc.
What are potential harmful outcomes of regular marijuana/drug use in youth?
What are the consequences of a DUI ?
True or False: Alcohol, drugs, nicotine, and caffeine are neurotoxic chemicals that can damage brain function.
TRUE!
Neurotoxic (neuro=brain, toxic=poisonous)
Ephederine, drain cleaner, pencil lead, battery acid, and antifreeze are common ingredients in what very addictive stimulant?
Methamphetamine (Meth)