Alcohol & BAC
Is alcohol a stimulant, depressant or hallucinogen?
Depressant.
What is a drug?
A substance that changes how the body or brain functions.
What could you say if someone at a party offers you alcohol and you don't want it?
"No thanks." Any clear, respectful refusal is acceptable.
What is mental health?
Our mental wellbeing, including how we think, feel, cope and respond to situations.
Name one mental health support service listed in your booklet.
Kids Helpline, headspace, Beyond Blue, Mind Australia or Black Dog Institute.
How many grams of pure alcohol are in one Australian standard drink?
10 grams.
What type of drug is cocaine?
Stimulant.
What is peer pressure?
When others influence or pressure someone to behave or make decisions in a particular way.
Name two warning signs that someone might be struggling with their mental health.
Withdrawal from friends, ongoing sadness, changes in sleep, loss of interest or difficulty concentrating.
Name two healthy coping strategies someone can use when stressed or anxious.
Exercise, talking to someone, breathing exercises, getting enough sleep or mindfulness.
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration.
Name the three main classifications of drugs.
Stimulants, depressants and hallucinogens.
Why is staying inside with trusted people safer than waiting alone outside late at night for a lift?
It reduces exposure to potential danger and allows easier access to help.
What is depression?
A mental health condition involving persistent low mood and/or loss of interest that affects everyday functioning.
Which eating disorder can involve severe restriction of food intake and an intense fear of gaining weight?
Anorexia.
Name three short-term effects of drinking alcohol.
Impaired judgement, slower reaction time and poor coordination. Other valid examples accepted.
Explain one difference between legal and illegal drugs, and why legal doesn't always mean safe.
Legal drugs can be lawfully used under relevant conditions; illegal drugs cannot. Both can cause harm.
Name three important elements of a health awareness campaign.
Any three: purpose, target audience, message, strategies or effectiveness.
Which mental health disorder can involve episodes of depression and periods of unusually elevated or irritable mood called mania or hypomania?
Bipolar disorder.
What is one key difference between bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder?
Bulimia involves compensatory behaviours after binge eating, whereas binge-eating disorder does not regularly involve those behaviours.
Explain why drinking coffee or having a cold shower does not sober someone up.
Neither removes alcohol from the bloodstream. The body needs time to process alcohol.
According to the booklet's 2022–2023 Australian drug-use statistics, which illicit drug was the most commonly used in the previous 12 months, and what percentage reported using it?
Cannabis — 11.5%.
You're creating a campaign to discourage underage drinking. Identify a target audience, a key message and one strategy to communicate it.
Example: Year 8 students; "Make safe choices and avoid underage drinking"; school posters or a short video.
What does PTSD stand for, and what is one symptom someone might experience?
Post-traumatic stress disorder. Examples include flashbacks, nightmares or avoiding reminders of trauma.
A friend is skipping meals, exercising excessively and becoming distressed when people mention food. Name three safe ways you could support them.
Check in privately without judgement, encourage them to speak with a trusted adult or healthcare professional, and avoid making comments about their weight or appearance.