REFUSAL SKILLS
What does it mean to refuse something?
To say no or reject something.
What organ is affected by alcohol that controls thinking, memory, and decision-making?
The brain.
What type of drug is alcohol?
A depressant.
What substance found in many vapes is highly addictive?
Nicotine
What fictional school does Harry Potter attend?
Hogwarts
Give one example of a statement you could use to refuse alcohol, drugs, or a vape.
Answers will vary. Example: "No thanks, I'm not interested."
How can alcohol affect a person's judgment?
It can make it harder to recognize risks and make safe decisions.
Name two physical effects alcohol can have on a person.
Poor coordination, slowed reaction time, nausea, dizziness, slurred speech, or impaired balance.
What organ system is directly affected when a person inhales chemicals from a vape?
The respiratory system/lungs.
Which basketball legend was nicknamed "The Black Mamba"?
Kobe Bryant
Name three refusal skills you could use when someone pressures you to make an unhealthy choice.
Say no firmly, give a reason, suggest an alternative, leave the situation, avoid the situation, or talk to a trusted adult.
Name two ways alcohol can affect the brain.
Slower reaction time, impaired judgment, memory problems, difficulty concentrating, poor decision-making, or changes in mood and behavior.
What organ is responsible for processing most of the alcohol that enters the body?
The liver.
Why can nicotine be especially harmful to teenagers?
The brain is still developing, and nicotine can affect brain development and lead to addiction.
Which soccer player is known as "CR7"?
Cristiano Ronaldo
Why is using a confident voice important when refusing something?
It shows that you are serious about your decision and can make it easier to stand up to peer pressure.
Why can alcohol be especially harmful to teenagers?
The teenage brain is still developing, and alcohol can interfere with brain development, judgment, memory, and decision-making.
What can happen to a person's coordination and balance after drinking alcohol?
They can become impaired, making it harder to walk, move safely, or control their body.
Name three possible harms or risks associated with vaping
: Nicotine addiction, effects on brain development, breathing or lung problems, exposure to harmful chemicals, difficulty concentrating, or withdrawal symptoms.
Which basketball player became the NBA's all-time leading scorer, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar?
LeBron James
Your friend says, "Just try vaping once. Nothing will happen." Give a response that uses two refusal skills.
Answers will vary. Example: "No, I'm not vaping. Let's go do something else," while walking away from the situation.
Explain how alcohol's effects on the brain could cause someone to make a decision they normally would not make.
Alcohol can impair judgment and decision-making, making it harder to recognize danger, think through consequences, and control impulses.
Name three possible health or safety consequences of alcohol use.
Injuries, alcohol poisoning, liver problems, impaired judgment, crashes, addiction/dependence, risky behavior, or problems with school and relationships.
Explain how vaping can create a cycle of addiction.
Nicotine can cause the brain to become dependent on it. A person may experience cravings and withdrawal when they stop, which can lead them to vape again to relieve those feeling
Which NFL quarterback is famous for winning seven Super Bowls?
Tom Brady