L. 1 Why is Alcohol Harmful
what is alcohol
a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains.
What is reaction time
Is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations
what is fatty liver
a condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down
what is addiction
is a physical or psychological need for a drug
what is the first effect of alcohol
denial
what is the illegal age to drink alcohol?
21
What percent of alcohol consumed breaks down the liver
95%
what is alcohol absorbed by
tissues lining the mouth and stomach
what age are teens 4 more times likely to become addicted than older indviduals
15 years of age
what is the second effect of alcohol
craving
what does T.A.T.U stand for
teens against tobacco use
What percent of alcohol just passed through the body by sweat, urine, and breath
5%
is alcohol addictive
YES
what parts of an alcoholics life are affeted
physical, mental, emotional, and social
what is the third effect of alcohol
loss of control
what word is the refusal skills
S: say no in a firm voice
T: tell why not
O: offer other ideas
P: promptly leave
What do the heart and blood vessels do with alcohol
The heart pumps the alcohol throughout the body
what percent of BAC is considered legally intoxicated or drunk
0.08%
how many people in america are alcoholics or have alcohol abuse probles
14 million
what is the fourth effect of alcohol
tolerance
What does SADD stand for
Student Against Destructive Decisions
How many oz are in beer
12oz.
what happened with fetal alcohol syndrome
when a female is pregnant everthing shr rats and drinks affect her unborn baby
what do you do at school
choose friends that are alcohol free
what is the fifth effect of alcohol
physical dependence