statistics
How many people die in the US due to alcohol-related deaths.
What is the most widely abused substance with youth in the US
Alcohol
True or False: People with blue eyes have a higher tolerance for alcohol
True
What percent of US children live with a parent with alcohol problems?
over 10%
What are the impacts of drinking while pregnant?
Fetal alcohol syndrome
How many people per day die of alcohol poisoning
Six
What is the legal drinking age in the US
21
Is it more likely for a short person to get drunk faster than a larger person?
yes
60-70%
How many deaths were related to liver problems by alcohol?
around 37,000
More than 30%
What are the consequences of underage drunk driving? (jail time)
jail for 1-2 days to 6 months.
True or False: One drink can impact your driving ability
False
What are some solutions to alcohol abuse in families?
Family therapy and rehab.
Could alcohol increase your risk for cancer?
Teen alcohol use kills how many people per year.
4,700
Can someone in the US who is 18 drink in other countries?
What is the maximum number on a breathalizer for sobriety
.08
What other side effects of alcohol abuse on the family?
financial troubles and marital problems
Can underage alcohol abuse impact brain development?
Yes
What toll does drunk driving take on the economy?
It cost $199 million.
What are the other consequences of underage drinking and driving?
Loes your license for a minimum of 1 year and fined $500-$ 5000.
Even if you don't feel drunk, should you still drive?
No
emotional trauma and dependency on alcohol at an older age.
How many deaths, globally, are related to alcohol each year?
3.3 million