If someone asks, "Come on, just one!" you should say, "Yes," so they will stop bothering you.
FALSE! You should never even drink one. That could be a start to a long term addiction.
100
When someone drinks alcohol, it is absorbed in their _________.
Bloodstream. It affects the central nervous system, which controls all body functions. Experts now know that the human brain is still developing during our teens, and are researching the effects drinking alcohol can have on the teen drinker.
100
What is the definition of ALCOHOL?
ALCOHOL is the drug found in beer, wine, and liquor that causes intoxication.
100
If you say yes to alcohol, could you ruin your life?
Yes, you could get many deadly diseases and health problems, especially if you begin drinking at a young age.
100
Most kids get alcohol from strangers.
False. Most of the time, kids get alcohol from their friends that do it.
200
Stay at the party after someone has offered alcohol. (Underage Drinking)
False. WALK AWAY! COME UP WITH AN EXCUSE TO LEAVE! Never should you be forced to do something you don't want to, knowing the consequences.
200
When large amounts of alcohol are consumed, _______ ____________ can result.
Alcohol Poisoning. Alcohol poisoning is when the body has become poisoned by large amounts of alcohol. Vomiting is usually the first symptom of alcohol poisoning.
200
What is a DESIGNATED DRIVER?
A DESIGNATED DRIVER is a person who chooses not to drink in a social setting so that he or she can safely drive himself/ herself and others.
200
Could drinking alcohol effect others?
Yes. For example, if you are drinking and driving you could crash into an innocent person and kill them all because you made a bad decision.
200
Peer pressure is the most common reason teens start drinking.
True. Teens can face pressure to drink from advertising, TV, and movies.
300
State the consequences of drinking, and the result of those consequences.
True. You are keeping yourself out of trouble, and perhaps even helping others.
300
Alcohol causes greater changes in the brain, resulting in __________.
Intoxication. People who have overused alcohol may stagger, lose their coordination, and slur their speech. They will probably be confused and disoriented.
300
What is the definition of BINGE DRINKING?
BINGE DRINKING is the act of drinking 5+ beers in one sitting.
300
Is it worth saying yes to doing alcohol so you won't lose a friend?
NO! It not worth it at all. If that person is offering you alcohol, they are not a true friend. It is better to lose that person as a friend than to put your own life at risk.
300
Alcohol is often used as a way for people to get away from the things that bother them most.
True, but there are many better ways to get away from problems without harming your body. One way is going to a therapist and talking to them about the problems you are having. See, alcohol is never the answer.
400
You shouldn't still be friends with the person forcing you to drink alcohol. You should stay away from them.
True. Try to make new friends that won't enforce deadly and addicting habits.
400
Alcohol is a ___________.
Depressant. This means it slows the function of the nervous system. Alcohol blocks some of the messages trying to get to the brain. This messes with a person's perceptions, emotions, movement, vision, and hearing.
400
What is CIRRHOSIS?
CIRRHOSIS is a disease that replaces healthy liver tissue with scar tissue and is usually caused by long-term alcohol use. If you don't want this to happen, DON'T DRINK!!!
400
What some factors that show someone has had too much alcohol?
They may stagger, lose their coordination, slur their speech, and they would most likely be confused and disoriented.
400
Most of the time, teens are pressured directly.
False. Just because someone doesn't say, "If you don't drink this beer, I'm not going to be your friend," doesn't mean the pressure isn't there. The pressure can come from technology like adds on TV or from a disorder like depression.
500
If necessary, say no again and include a alternate activity. This could be a unsafe activity, such as throwing toilet paper at a house.
False. You should say no, and should include a safe and LEGAL activity, such as dancing, if you are at a party.
500
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!!!:)
According to the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, almost __% of ______ _______ students have tried alcohol.
80%. High School. Many high schoolers believe it is cool to drink. The truth- it's not. Not only is it illegal, it's a deathly habit.
500
What is BAC?
BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) is the amount amount of alcohol in a person's blood expressed in a percentage.
500
If you drink alcohol, you could get a cancer in what places?
Breast, mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, and colon. If you do not drink, you can reduce the risk of these diseases by a large number.
500
No matter what, alcohol cannot effect your heart or brain.
False. Alcohol can have a huge effect on both of these organs. The use of alcohol can effect your neurotransmitters which would cause extreme drowsiness and information to process slowly. Long-term drinking weakens the heart. As a result, it cannot pump blood to the organs. Unless you want these problems, you should say no to alcohol.