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Name one trend that has changed in the last 5 years?
Technology, fashion, music, etc.
100
The brain is fully developed by adolescence. (T/F)
False. The brain continues to grow and mature into the early twenties.
100
What is a short-term effect of drinking or substance use on an adolescent’s brain that impacts school?
Impaired learning and memory.
100
What has more alcohol: a shot of liquor or a 12 oz. can of beer?
Both contain a half ounce of pure alcohol
100
Name three supports that adolescents can reach out to.
Teacher, coach, counselor, parent, sibling, etc.
200
Everyone develops at the same rate (T/F)
False. Adolescents develop at different rates as it depends on genetics and other factors.
200
Alcohol affects the brain of a teenager and an adult the same way (T/F)
False. The brain goes through changes during adolescence. Since the nerve are not fully coated until 18 alcohol use can cause nerve damage, impairs learning and memory.
200
Adolescents need just as much sleep as adults. (T/F)
False. Adults need about 7-8 hours while teens require 9 hours of sleep.
200
Are prescription drugs and over the counter drugs (Advil) safer than illegal drugs (cocaine)?
All substances have chemicals that affect the body and if used in a way not prescribed can be just as dangerous as illegal drugs.
200
Name another behavior that is affected by the brain not being fully developed.
Driving, risk-taking, relationships, impulsivity, etc.
300
Name three difficult changes that occur when becoming an adolescent.
More responsibilities, homework, peer conflict, social pressures, etc.
300
Judgment improves with age because of life experience (T/F)
False. Judgment improves as the frontal area of the brain matures. Think of it as the boss of the brain - decision making, impulse control and planning.
300
What is an effect of substances on the brain that impacts physical activity/sports?
Coordination, balance, and memory
300
If alcohol makes someone feel happy how is it a depressant?
It makes you feel more relaxed, and it is a depressant. As it slows down your central nervous system.
300
Substances impact the hippocampus which control memory. How could this be an issue for a teen?
The teen could struggle to remember what they learn in school, plans, conversations, etc. Can permanently lower IQ.
400
Since the adolescents body is changing the moods are also affected (T/F)
True. Adolescents feel a variety of intense emotions.
400
The kind of hobbies and activities you enjoy can change the way your brain actually develops (T/F)
True. Think of “use it or lose it”. Your brain strengthens neural pathways that are used and gets rid of ones not used.
400
If Ben begins using substances at age 15 vs. Jerry starts at age 17 Ben is more likely to develop a substance use disorder.
True. Ben is 2x more likely than Jerry who started at age 17 to develop SUD.Ben is 4x more likely than teens who begin at 20 or 21.
400
Is Marijuana an addictive substance?why?
Yes. People who stop smoking experience physical withdrawal and psychological symptoms (iratibility).
400
Substances can impact the cerebral cortex which controls emotions. How would this impact a teen?
The teen would struggle to control their emotions and become angry or sad unexpectedly. Could negatively impact friendships.
500
Name three exciting thing that changes with being an adolescent
More freedom, increased trust, etc.
500
Using alcohol and other drugs while you’re a teen can permanently affect your brain. (T/F)
True. Substances negatively impacts the hippocampus and prefrontal area of the brain. Can permanently decrease IQ.
500
What is one of the three areas of the brain that substances affect?
Brain _ _ _ _ or L _ _ b _ _ System or Cer_ _ _ al Cortex
Brain Stem - controls vital functions (breathing)
Limbic System - controls emotional responses (pleasure)
Cerebral Cortex - senses, prefrontal cortex (thinking center)
500
Why can it be deadly if substances are laced with fentanyl?
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid. Two milligrams, the size of 5 grains of salt, can be deadly.
500
Why are drugs more addictive than natural rewards (i.e, food)?
Some substance release 2 to 10 times the amount of dopamine that natural rewards release.