ALCOHOL
What is the depressant found in some beverages that slows down the central nervous system?
Alcohol acts as a depressant that slows the way the brain works which affects judgment, thinking, and self-control.
True or False: It’s okay to use substances if my parents, best friend, or roommate provides it to me.
False. It shouldn’t matter who gives you illegal drugs or alcohol, you can refuse.
What slows alcohol absorption in the bloodstream?
Eating food before or while drinking, pacing yourself, and drinking beverages with lower alcohol concentration
Name at least two risky behaviors related to substance use.
Drinking & Driving, Mixing alcohol with other drugs, Aggressive behaviors, Excessive alcohol consumption, Sharing needles, Dangerous stunts, Taking a prescription drug not prescribed to them, risky sexual activities
BAC stands for...
Blood Alcohol Concentration- the amount of alcohol that is present in the bloodstream. Too much alcohol in your bloodstream is called alcohol poisoning and can make you very sick.
What are some alternate activities to participate in instead of using substances?
Bowling, ice skating, going to the movies, playing sports, learning a new hobby, sleeping, eating, going for a walk, exercise, etc.
What is a substance use disorder (SUD)?
SUD is considered a mental condition that affects a person’s brain and behavior. This disorder occurs when a person’s use of alcohol or another substance leads to health problems at work, school and/or home. **If asked, reframe “addiction” by using the term “misuse”. Most people who misuse alcohol often have a substance use disorder. Disorders are diagnosed by therapists.
What is the legal BAC limit for people under 21?
0.0%. There is no legal limit because drinking underage is illegal in North Carolina.
The organ that metabolizes or breaks down alcohol.
Liver. From there, alcohol is then processed by the kidneys and eliminated from your body.
What are phrases that can be used to avoid alcohol?
No, thank you; I can’t; I have an exam tomorrow; I don’t like the taste; It’s just not for me
What is the average cost of fees associated with a DUI/DWI in North Carolina?
Around $10,000. This includes court fees, attorney fees, classes and the substance use assessment.
What is the best way to "sober up"?
A. Sleep
B. Coffee
C. Time
D. Food
Only time allows your body to metabolize and eliminate alcohol from your system. Sleeping, drinking coffee, eating food, or taking a cold shower may help you feel more alert or comfortable, but they do not speed up the removal of alcohol from your bloodstream.
A driver is impaired at a BAC of what?
.08%. Note that this is a legal limit for people 21 or older.
There is no legal limit for underage drinking meaning that although someone has a BAC of 0.07, if they are younger than 21 they still face charges.
True or False: If a person is incapacitated by alcohol or other drugs, they are unable to make informed, rational judgements or decisions.
True. This means that there is no consent for sexual situations even if the person self-administered the alcohol or other substance
Name at least one step you can take as a bystander to keep yourself and others safe while using substances
Plan ahead, Respect people’s right to not drink, Give your friend water, Take keys from friend, Call a rideshare, offer food, call campus safety if someone is unconscious, etc.
Binge Drinking is defined as consuming __ or more standard drinks for biological females & __ or more for biological males within two hours.
4+ standard drinks for biological females
5+ standard drinks for biological males
What are the signs of an alcohol overdose? Hint: PUBS
Puking while passed out. Unresponsive to touch/sound. Breathing is irregular. Skin is cold/blue.
What percent of campus sexual assault cases include alcohol and other drugs?
50%
Name 1 of the programs on campus designed to help moderate or recover from substance use
BASICS- provides 1:1 coaching to discuss your alcohol use and strategies to moderate it
ACE Workshop- provides education on alcohol and cannabis and how these substance can impact students’ academic progress and well-being
Charlotte Recovery Program- provides a supportive community for students in recovery from a substance use disorder
On average, how much alcohol can the body eliminate in one hour?
1 standard drink
- 12 fl oz of a standard beer (5% ABV)
- 5 fl oz of wine (12% ABV)
-1.5 fl oz of 80-proof gin, rum, whiskey, tequila, or vodka (40% ABV)