Alcohol 101
Example of alcohol used to heal wounds
What is Spirit
What will happen if a child consumes alcohol?
The child can have seizure or can enter a coma
Why do teens drink alcohol?
What is Peer Pressure
Alcohol reduces the ability to react quickly while driving True or False
True
John began taking his wife's prescribed ADHD medications without her knowledge. When asked about it, he denies the use. He continues to use the medication telling himself that he feels more productive and focused throughout the day. What stage of change is John in?
Precontemplation.
What are the 2 examples of alcohol created with the fermentation process ?
Beer and wine
Name three consequences of alcohol use.
DUI arrest, family issues, health issues, liver issues, cancer diagnosis, etc.
Why shouldn't we drink and drive
What is it is bad because you are risking your life and someone else's
It can take up to how many drinks for it to affect someone's driving abilities?
What is 1
Paulo was recently laid off from his job and decided to go to happy hour with some friends. While there, he used alcohol again for the first time in 3 years. What is Paulo's stage of change?
Relapse
How much beer or hard alcohol is considered a "standard drink?"
12 oz beer; 1.5 oz liquor
Alcohol effects everyone different based on...
Size of the person, amount drunk, strength of drink, whether other drugs are mixed
Why is it dangerous to drink alcohol or use other substances as a teenager?
It can damage your brain and slow your development
What is the legal Blood Alcohol Content for a person drinking over 21?
What is .08
Anne stopped using alcohol 2 weeks ago and has never felt better. She avoids triggers and has discussed plans with her sponsor to avoid relapse. Anne's friends and family have expressed seeing a positive change and Anne has never felt more motivated to continue on her sober journey. Anne is in what stage of change?
Action
What classification of drug is alcohol?
Depressant
5 short term effects of alcohol are
Black out, Dizziness, Craving , Sweating and Shakiness, slowed reflexes, clumsiness etc.
What can you do if you are addicted to alcohol?
What is go to a therapist
What type of reaction is caused to the brain by alcohol. A.Chemical B.Lazy C.Crazy
What is a.Chemical
Sheena has decided that it's time for her to focus on her health. She plans on losing 20 lbs in two months through exercise and diet. She began researching her local gyms, researching healthy diets and even reached out to some friends that she knew would be a good support and make good suggestions. She began incorporating daily walks into her routine and avoided sugar in her diet. What is Sheena's stage of change?
True or False: Alcoholism can be genetic (run in families)
True
Mention 3 effects seen after drinking too much alcohol
What is Bloodshot eyes, bloating and puffiness , Weak brittle hair
What is the limit to alcohol you can take if you are a woman?
What is 1 or less in a day
What is the legal Blood Alcohol Content for a person drinking and driving under 21?
What is 0%
Christopher uses cannabis everyday and noticed an increase of his use and impact on his eating and sleeping habits. Initially he slept well and had a good appetite, but he now notices that he cannot sleep or eat without smoking. He begins to think about this change and considers the long term impact on his health. What is Christopher's stage of change?