L. 1: Why is Alcohol Harmful
are drugs that slow down the body’s functions and reactions.
Depressants
is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations
This is a condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down.
fatty liver
is a progressive, chronic disease involving a mental and physical need for alcohol
Alcoholism
is a gathering in which family and friends get the problem drinker to agree
to seek help.
intervention
There are several kinds of alcohol what are two?
used to kill germs, and others can be found in medicine
how long does it take for alcohol to reach the bloodstream
30 seconds
Alcohol affects all areas of a person’s life. Drinking alcohol regularly can lead to a number of serious health problems, including what ?
damage to major organs like the stomach, liver, pancreas, and the heart
Teens that are 15 and younger are
four times more likely to become addicted than older individuals
Recovery starts only after the alcoholic makes
the commitment
what is the legal age to drink alcohol
21 years of age
Once alcohol reaches the brain, it slows down what?
Reaction time
Since alcohol is a depressant, it affects a person’s what?
emotional health
people with this disease typically have five major symptoms what are they?
Denial
Craving
Loss of control
Tolerance
Physical dependence
Name the steps in the recovery process
Admission
Counseling
Resolution
why do some teens drink alcohol?
some say “A drink will help me relax."
How much alcohol does the liver break down?
95 percent of all alcohol consumed
why is Alcohol not digested like other foods?
Because it is absorbed by tissues lining the mouth and stomach
Underage drinking costs society more than
50 billion dollars a year
alcohol use can damage a teen’s
physical, mental/emotional, and social health.
What are three Alternatives of drinking alcohol?
sports
Learning new skills
discovering a new talents
out of the body through sweat, urine, and breath. If the amount of alcohol a person drinks is more than what his or her body can tolerate, the person becomes
Intoxicated
what does Alcohol disrupt in the body?
the brain because it is responsible for memory and problem solving
The total cost of alcohol-related problems is approximately
175.9 billion dollars a year
What is the best way to stay alcohol free?
being with others that don't drink and staying active like playing sports.