Risk Taking
Running across a busy highway
Taking an unknown pill
Getting drunk
Getting in a car with a driver who has been drinking
sexting
What are some examples of negative risks?
A substance which when taken affects the way the mind and/or body works.
What is the definition of a drug?
nicotine
What is the cancer causing agent in vapes?
Drinking alcohol with the intent to get drunk.
What is the definition of binge drinking.
What are some things that can go wrong at teenage parties?
Running for school captain
Trying out for a higher grade in a sports team
Applying for a job
Asking someone you like out
What are 4 examples of negative risks?
Accidently taking too much medication.
Name an example of drug misuse.
20
What is the number of cigarettes - nicotine content in one vape?
2
What is the number of drinks to stay safe each drinking session?
Who are positive influences at teenage parties?
Stepping out of your comfort zone and leaving something to chance.
What is the definition of risk taking?
One speeds up the functioning of the body and one slows down the functioning of the body.
What is the difference between a stimulant and a depressant.
Lung issues, dry mouth, teeth and gum issues, persistent cough, cancer risk, addicition, heart issues
What are some harmful health effects of vaping?
Occur immediately once you start drinking alcohol and disappear a number of hours after you stop drinking alcohol. eg feeling relaxed, sluured speech, poor coordination
What is the definition of short term effect and examples?
Stay with friends you trust, don’t go off on your own, If you’re going to drink do it in moderation and pace yourself, Before the party, organise a parent or adult to drop you off and pick you up, If you feel unsafe or uncomfortable it’s time to leave
What are some tips to stay safe at a party?
1. State the problem
2. Gather the information
3. Consider the consequences
4. Choose the best option
What are the steps in the decision making process?
ecstacy, nicotine, speed, amphetamines
What are some examples of stimulants?
The inhalation of nicotine and other flavorings that have been turned into a vapor by the use of heat
What is vaping?
injury, vommiting, accidents, impaired memory, liver damage, brain damage, legal consequences
What are the effects of binge drinking?
drug, person, environment
What are the 3 factors that influence drug use?
The consequence of the outcome, positive results in improvement, negative results in harm and danger
What is the difference between positive and negative risks?
caffeine, medications, alcohol
What are examples of legal drugs?
nicotine, chemicals, lead, nickel, flavouring, cancer causing chemicals
What are some substances found in vapes?
never accept a drink from someone you don't know, never leave your drink unattended
How can you avoid getting your drink spiked?
We were at a party and I wanted to have a good time'
"My parents get drunk all of the time"
What are two examples of how your environment can affect your drug use?