Effects of alcohol
What will happen if a child consumes alcohol?
seizure or death
How much alcohol can a pregnant women drink?
0
Why do teens drink alcohol?
Peer pressure
How many sides does a circle have?
2
inside and outside
True or False: Alcohol reduces the ability to react quickly while driving.
True
Name two symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
anxiety
shaky hands
vomiting
depression
fatigue
headaches
insomnia
irritability
tremors
nausea
nightmares
night sweats
restlessness
What is the average age of someone's first drink?
17
Why shouldn't we drink and drive?
You are risking your life and some else's life
your age
It can take up to how many drinks for it to affect someone's driving abilities
1
Name 2 effects seen after drinking too much alcohol
bloodshot eyes
bloating and puffiness
weak brittle hair
passing out
seizure
hungover the next day
vomitting
True or False: Alcohol affects men and women the same.
False
Why is it dangerous to drink alcohol as a teenager?
It damages their brain and slows development
What gets wet while drying?
A towel
What is the legal blood alcohol content for a person drinking and driving under the age of 21?
0
How does alcohol affect the brain?
slurred speech
blurred vision
lack of control
fatigue
decreased hand and eye coordination
slower reaction time
balance issues
impaired memory and reasoning
The consumption of several alcoholic beverages in a short amount of time to get intoxicated is known as
binge drinking
What can you do if you are addicted to alcohol?
See a counselor
rehab
What has 88 keys, but cannot open a single door?
A piano
What is the legal limit alcohol?
.08%
What is a dangerous condition when someone drinks excessive amounts of alcohol in a short period of time is known as?
alcohol poisoning
What are some common disorders found in alcoholics?
mania/hypomania
depression
panic disorders
What is the key to stopping addiction to alcohol?
Become aware you have a problem
What can travel around the world without leaving its corner?
A postage stamp
What percent of traffic crash fatalities in the US involve drunk drivers?
31%