Alcohol Basics
This depressant slows down the central nervous system.
What is alcohol?
This organ is primarily responsible for breaking down alcohol.
Alcohol doesn't just affect the drinker-it also impacts these relationships.
What are relationships with family and friends?
Driving a car after drinking alcohol can result in this type of legal charge.
What is a DUI or DWI?
"No thanks," giving an excuse or walking away are examples of this.
What are ways to say no to alcohol or refusal skills?
In the U.S., this is the legal drinking age.
What is 21?
Heavy drinking can lead to this serious liver condition.
What is cirrhosis?
This term describes the influence of others to drink, often leading to other risky decisions.
What is peer pressure?
Overdosing on alcohol, which can stop breathing or heart function is an example of this dangerous condition.
What is alcohol poisoning?
Anyone can develop this disease caused by dependence on alcohol.
What is alcoholism?
Examples of these include impaired judgment, slurred speech, and dizziness.
What are short-term effects of alcohol?
Alcohol slows down activity in this organ, impairing decision-making.
What is the brain?
People who abuse alcohol are at risk of these emotional issues, including sadness and worry.
What are depression and anxiety?
Teens who drink underage risk these consequences.
What are legal issues, brain development problems, or accidents?
Organizations like this one provide support to people recovering from alcohol addiction.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous?
This is the percentage of alcohol in the bloodstream.
What is Blood Alcohol Concentration or BAC?
Long-term alcohol use increases the risk of these conditions affecting the heart.
What are high blood pressure, heart disease, or stroke?
Drinking a large amount of alcohol in a short time with the intent to get drunk is called this.
What is binge drinking?
This is the first thing you should do if you suspect someone has alcohol poisoning.
What is call 911?
Teens may choose not to drink for reasons like family expectations, health concerns, or this.
What is avoiding legal trouble?
In most states, a BAC of this percentage means someone is legally intoxicated.
What is 0.08%?
Alcohol negatively impacts this system responsible for sending messages between the brain and body.
What is the nervous system?
Alcohol use can cause arguments, loss of trust, and strain on these personal connections.
What are relationships?
Parents can face legal consequences for providing this to minors.
What is alcohol?
These are factors which may cause one person to have a higher BAC than someone else.
What is gender, weight, amount of drinks consumed and amount of food in the stomach?