Alcohol
The legal drinking age in Ontario, Canada is ______.
19
True or False - Commercial tobacco products contain harmful chemicals like cadmium (battery acid) and arsenic (rat poison).
TRUE
TRUE or FALSE - Cannabis became legal in Canada in 2020.
FALSE - Cannabis became legal in Canada in 2018.
TRUE or FALSE - Make quick decisions when considering these substances, do not do any research, and make them all on your own.
FALSE
What substance is used in small amounts in Indigenous Spiritual Ceremonies?
Tobacco
Some long-term effects of alcohol are... list at least 2
addiction and liver damage, addicted people have difficulty stopping alcohol consumption, addicted people can feel sick or depressed without alcohol, addiction can lead to financial problems and damaged family relationships...
Some long-term effects of smoking are... list at least 2
Lung and mouth cancers cause a painful death, nicotine addiction: very difficult to quit smoking, even if they want to stop, get ill and depressed when trying to quit, stained teeth, respiratory problems, heart disease...
TRUE or FALSE - It is still illegal to provide cannabis to young people under 19 years old.
TRUE
Your “_ _ _” instinct is when your mind and body tells you that something is not right. Listen to these feelings when things get uncomfortable; they will help you stay safe, so do not ignore them.
Gut
TRUE or FALSE - What you see in the media about alcohol and cannabis is always correct.
FALSE - What you see in the media about alcohol and cannabis is NOT always correct.
Some short-term effects of alcohol are... list at least 4
slurred speech, blurred vision, sleepiness, not able to walk or move their bodies properly, making bad decisions, ending up in dangerous situations, vomiting, loss of memory...
**loss of consciousness or alcohol poisoning requires medical help**
Some short-term effects of smoking are... list at least 4
Bad breath, unhealthy mouth, coughing, smelly hair and clothing, asthma gets worse if you have it, lose friends who don’t want to be around the smoke, gain friends who make other bad choices (e.g. drugs), loved ones will get upset...
Some short-term effects of cannabis are... list at least 4
Using cannabis can change the way things look, sound, taste, and smell
Physical effects include dry mouth, red eyes, higher heart rate, sleepiness, and hunger
People may feel relaxed and unable to concentrate or remember things
Larger amounts can lead to paranoia, confusion, hallucinations, and panic
It can affect existing mental health conditions
It can cause young people to make unsafe choices which lead to harmful situations
Dangerous to use with alcohol, other drugs, or medication
It can harm fetuses in pregnant people
It can help to relieve nausea and pain and stimulate the appetite of severely ill patients...
What types of factors could you consider when making decisions about these substances? List at least 2-3.
-Personal Values
-Legal Restrictions
-Family Values
-Cultural Teachings
-Religious Teachings
-Media Influences
-Peer Influences
Companies who create media are usually concerned with __________ products and making __________ instead of young people’s __________.
Companies who create media are usually concerned with selling products and making money instead of young people’s health.
Intoxication is the scientific word for being ___1___. It is easier to have this happen if you are ___2___ and not___3___.
1 - drunk
2 - skinny/small
3 - plump/big
How is vaping different from smoking?
Vaping or using e-cigarettes is different from smoking. Smoking is burning tobacco. Vape heats the liquid in a device with batteries.
Some long-term effects of cannabis are... list at least 3
People can become addicted
Trying to quit after long-term use causes withdrawal symptoms like irritability, anxiety, nausea, lack of appetite, and sleeping difficulties
Long-term use affects your brain and harms your memory, concentration, and intelligence
It harms your lungs and can cause infections, bronchitis, and chronic coughs
It can increase the risks of developing mental health illnesses like psychosis and schizophrenia when used from a younger age...
Explain why peer pressure can be tricky when making decisions about these substances. Give at least 3-4 points.
It takes a lot of strength to refuse drugs, alcohol, vaping, and cigarettes when your friends are using them - fitting in is important and so is being cool
Think about it, learn about it, and make up your mind in advance to avoid negative peer pressure
Avoid people who are negative influences
Find friends who influence you positively
Talk with people you trust, especially adults you trust
Another name for "illegal" drugs is __________.
"Illicit" drugs
Consuming alcohol on an empty stomach with very little or no food increases OR decreases intoxication.
increases
TRUE or FALSE - Scientists know all of the long-term effects of vaping and can tell you what they are.
FALSE - they do not know all of the long-term effects of vaping.
Cannabis (or marijuana) comes from the plant called __________ __________.
Cannabis sativa
Explain why it is worse for teens to decide to drink or smoke compared to adults. Make at least 2-3 points.
Young brains are still developing
Harmful substances affect developing brains more than brains that are fully developed
Teens may not know all of the effects of these substances
It is illegal for young teens to consume these substances
You are more likely to get addicted if you try these substances when you are young
TRUE or FALSE - Different countries have the same legal restrictions and rules about drugs and other substances. Explain why it is True or False.
FALSE - Different countries have DIFFERENT legal restrictions and rules about drugs and other substances. A substance that is legal in Canada may be illegal elsewhere, and vice versa. Some countries have different ages for legally purchasing and consuming substances.