Acronyms
What does DUI stand for?
Driving Under the Influence
True or False
If you are under 21 and do not already have a driver’s license, the court may ask DMV to delay giving you your first driver’s license for up to one year.
True
Myth or Fact:
You can sober up quickly by taking a cold shower or drinking coffee.
Myth
There’s no magic cure to help you sober up. It takes a couple of hours for alcohol to leave your body. And there’s nothing you can do to make that happen quicker.
What does S.T.E.P.S. stand for?
Safe Teens Empowerment Project of Sun Street Centers
What does BAC stand for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration
90% of the alcohol in your body is slowly eliminated from the bloodstream. The remaining 10% is removed through?
Sweat, urine, throwing up.
In California, if under the age of 21, what level of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) can you have if driving a vehicle?
0.00
Myth or Fact:
Drinking can increase the likelihood of fights and risky sexual activity.
Fact
Drinking can make you act foolish, say things you shouldn’t say, and do things you wouldn’t normally do.
Who are the Prevention Coordinators and Program Manager?
-Adriana Campa
-Gustavo Rua
-Katia Gutierrez
What does MADD stand for?
Mothers Against Drug Driving
If you are under 21 and convicted of a DUI with a BAC of ____% or higher, DMV may revoke your driving privilege for one year. You must also complete a licensed DUI program.
0.01%
Myth or Fact:
Alcohol is a great way to relax and reduce stress.
Myth.
Alcohol increases the level of stress that is placed on the body. Adrenaline levels increase in the body as we drink. We may feel more relaxed when we drink alcohol, but the body actually comes under additional stress.
What is the address for the Seaside Prevention office?
1201 Echo Avenue
RBS training teaches servers to responsibly serve alcoholic beverages for on-premises consumption and mitigate alcohol-related harm in California communities. What does RBS stand for?
Responsible Beverage Service
True or False: Men and women metabolize alcohol at the same rate.
False
Men average 1-1.25 hours/drink while women metabolize 1.5-2 hours/drink.
Driving with a BAC of ____ or higher, is considered a criminal offense. Doing so will result in drivers license suspension, serious fines, jail time, and mandatory alcohol meetings.
0.08
Myth or Fact:
If a friend has had too much to drink and passes out they should be put to bed and allowed to "sleep it off".
Myth.
Alcohol slows down the heart rate and breathing and lowers the blood pressure. The amount of alcohol it takes to make you pass out is dangerously close to the amount it takes to kill you. If a friend passes out, monitor their breathing and heart rate closely. If there is reason for concern, do not hesitate to get the individual medical attention. You may save their life.
What types of activities do STEPS students participate in? Name at least 3.
-Resource Fairs
-Flyer Distributions
-Park/Beach Clean-ups
-City Council Meetings
-Media Campaigns
-Gateway Drug Presentations
The ABC is responsible for regulating the sale and service of alcohol to the public within establishments. They are also responsible for the distribution and suspension of liquor licenses. What does ABC stand for?
Alcoholic Beverage Control
True or False
Experienced or regular drinkers may build a slight tolerance, in which they drink more to feel the same effects they did when they were a new or occasional drinker.
True
Drunk driving accounts for almost ______% of all traffic fatalities in California.
30%
Myth or Fact:
Alcohol increases your risk for many deadly diseases, such as cancer.
Fact.
People believe that alcohol isn’t as harmful as other drugs, but drinking too much alcohol too quickly can lead to alcohol poisoning, which can kill you.
What agencies/programs have STEPS collaborated with to bring awareness? Name at least 2.
-CHOMP
-Blue Zones Projects
-Harmony at Home
-MPUSD
-Police Departments