Substances
What is a club drug?
A club drug is a substance commonly consumed or found in a club.
What does it mean if a food is nutrient dense?
A nutrient dense food provides the most amount of nutrients for the least amount of carbs.
Alcohol does not affect an unborn baby
MYTH. When a women carrying a baby consumes alcohol, it passes straight through the fetus' bloodstream and can cause huge development delays.
Which vegetables will give you the most nutrients?
Dark green vegetables will give you the most nutrients. This includes spinach, broccoli and kale.
Name this situation called: Putting the other person in your shoes and trying to make them understand why you are not interested in drug use
Empathy
What is a stimulant or upper?
A stimulant or upper is a drug that speeds up the users central nervous system. It keeps you more alert and helps you stay up for a long period of time. Some examples of uppers would be caffeine, cocaine or speed.
A calorie dense food has a high amount of calories and very little nutrients
When an individual passes out from alcohol you should let them sleep.
MYTH. When an individual passes out from alcohol consumption, you should roll them into the recovery position then call 911.
What are some tips the new food guide gives to promote healthy eating?
- Eat with your family
- Take your time to eat
- Cook more/ prepare your food
- Enjoy your food
Why is tone important when refusing substances?
Tone is important because it keeps the situation peaceful and avoid aggression.
What are depressants or downers?
Depressants and downers are drugs that slow down your central nervous system. When consuming downers the user will feel less aware of their surroundings. Some examples of downers would be alcohol and opiates.
List 3 examples of emotional hunger
- cravings
- eating because food is available
- you have strong emotions
- no true signs of physical hunger
date rape drugs can be put into any drinks
TRUTH. Date rape drugs are colourless and odorless therefore it can be put into any drink and the consumer can be completely unaware
Which food group was taken out of the new food guide?
Milk and alternatives was taken out of the new food guide. There is now just a protein group including some dairy products
How can consequences help you refuse a substance?
Explaining that you do not want to deal with the consequences may help the individual offering you drugs to sympathize you. For example, you cannot use substances due to s a sports game or because your parents would not approve.
What is the difference between drug use and drug abuse? How can you tell if you are a user or abuser?
Drug use is the action of time to time, it does not necessarily interrupt your daily life. Drug abuse it the act of taking drugs until your body is dependent on them and they cause interruptions on your day to day life.
List 3 examples of physical hunger
- Stomach growling
- feeling tired, lightheaded or dizzy
- you have a 'pit' in your stomach
- you feel as though you could eat anything
Date rape drugs take 1 hour for affects to start. If myth, how long does it take?
MYTH. Date rape drugs take just 15 minutes for affects to start working.
Name 5 barriers to healthy eating
1.Cost 2.Not enough time 3.Availability 4.Personal preference 5.Media advertisement 6.Convince 7.Social norms
- already have a drink in your hand
- be the designated driver
- blame your parents
- say you have a big test or sports game the next day
What is Rohypnol more commonly referred by and commonly used for?
Also known as the date rape drug, Rohypnol is a completely odorless and colourless drug commonly put into girls' drinks in order "take advantage of them"
What are the 2 types of carbs and what is the difference between them?
The 2 types of carbs are simple carbs and complex carbs. Simple carbs are unhealthy carbs like pasta or white bread. Complex carbs are healthy carbs that your body needs.
The earlier you start using or abusing substances, the more likely you are to get addicted
TRUTH. People who start using or abusing drugs as an adolescent are more likely to use or abuse in their future.
Name the 7 essential nutrients
1. Carbs 2. Fat 3. Protein 4. Water 5. Vitamins 6. Minerals 7. Fiber
Why can social norms help you resist substances?
There are strength in numbers. If multiple people refuse the drugs then there will not be as much pressure to use. Explain why you, along with others, would prefer not to use.