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HEALTH IQTrue or False.

A shot of vodka has the same amount of alcohol as a can of beer.

True

HEALTH IQMany of the problems caused by alcohol

are due to loss of judgment.

True.

HEALTH IQOne drink can affect a person’s ability to drive.

True.

HEALTH IQAlcohol overdose can be fatal.

True.

HEALTH IQChildren of alcoholics have an increased

risk of becoming alcoholics.

True.

HEALTH IQAlcoholism affects only the alcoholic.

False.

HEALTH IQDrunk driving is the No. 1 cause of death

among teens in the United States.

False.

OBJECTIVESState why alcohol is considered a drug.List the short-term effects of alcohol

abuse.Describe the long-term damage that

alcohol does to the organs of the body.Identify three reasons you should not

drink alcohol.

KEY TERMSAlcohol

IntoxicationBlood alcohol concentration (BAC)

Binge drinkingCirrhosis

ALCOHOL IS A DRUGAlcohol is the drug found in beer, wine,

and liquor that causes intoxication.

Why is alcohol considered a drug?

INTOXICATIONIntoxication is the mental and physical

changes that occur in the body by drinking alcohol.

MYTH BUSTERS!!“Drinking a beer will make me look more

mature.”

MYTH BUSTERS!!“If alcohol were that dangerous, it

wouldn’t be legal for adults.”

MYTH BUSTERS!!“If I’ve had a few beers, I can drink some

coffee before I drive and will be safe.”

MYTH BUSTERS!!“Parties make me nervous, so I need a

beer to loosen up.”

SHORT-TERM EFFECTSNauseaVomitingDehydrationLoss of judgment/self-controlReduced reaction timePoor visionMemory LossBlackoutsComaDeath

(5)

BODY DAMAGE… Mouth/throat/stomach irritation Heart works harder Loss of heat Liver has to work harder Dehydration

(3)

BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION (BAC)Blood Alcohol Concentration is the

amount of alcohol in a person’s blood. (%)

BLOOD ALCOHOL CONCENTRATION (BAC)

MYTH“If I weigh 160 lbs., I can drink three

beers without affecting my driving because I’ll still be under the legal limit of 0.08.”

FACT!!Nope!! The ability to drive is affected

even at a BAC of 0.02. Just one drink can affect a person’s ability to drive safely.

BINGE DRINKINGBinge drinking is the act of drinking five

or more drinks in one setting. A person can drink a

fatal amount even before the effects of intoxication occur

Alcohol poisoning can occur when the brain and heart stop working correctly.

LONG-TERM EFFECTS

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OBJECTIVESState the difference between alcohol and

alcoholism.Describe the stages of alcoholism.Identify the warning signs of alcoholism.List three ways that alcohol can have a

negative effect on family life.Describe how alcoholism affects society.Summarize two treatment options for

overcoming alcoholism.

KEY TERMSAlcohol abuse

AlcoholismEnabling

Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)

SCARY STATS…20% The percentage of adults who lived with an alcoholic at some point in while growing up.

SCARY STATS…11 Million The number of children

currently living in homes with an

alcoholic.

SCARY STATS…75% The percentage of domestic

violence cases in which alcohol is involved.

ALCOHOL ABUSEAlcohol abuse is drinking too much

alcohol, drinking it too often, or drinking it at inappropriate times.

ALCOHOLISMAlcoholism is a disease that causes a

person to lose control of his or her drinking behavior.Drinker is both physically and emotionally

addicted to alcoholThey suffer painful physical symptoms

when they do not have alcohol

STAGES OF ALCOHOLISM

Alcoholism

Dependence

Tolerance

Problem Drinking

RISK FACTORS Age Prior to age 15 = 4x more likely to

become an alcoholic Brains still developing. More

vulnerable to the effects of alcohol.

RISK FACTORSSocial Environment Hanging out with friends that drink Peer pressure Fitting in

RISK FACTORSGenetics Research shows it may play a part in

your chances of becoming an alcoholic Tends to run in families Male child of alcoholic fathers 25% more

likely7-9% risk for children of non-alcoholics

RISK FACTORSRisk-taking personality Impulsive Novelty Enjoy risk taking

WARNING SIGNS OF ALCOHOLISM Drinking to deal with anger or

frustration Changing friends, personal habits,

interests Being defensive about drinking Depression Drinking more to get more effect Drinking alone Drinking to get drunk on purpose Memory lapses after drinking

FAMILY EFFECTGuilty Feelings“It’s my fault she is an alcoholic.”

FAMILY EFFECTUnpredictable behavior“I don’t understand why you were so

happy this morning and now you are so angry!”

FAMILY EFFECTNeglect and Isolation“Daddy is always drinking beer and

watching TV and won’t play with me.”

FAMILY EFFECTProtecting the Alcoholic = Enabling Enabling means helping the addict avoid

negative consequences.

FAMILY EFFECTIgnoring one’s own needs“I am missing my dentist appointment

because my husband can’t be left alone when he is drunk.”

FAMILY EFFECTViolenceFamilies of alcoholics are far more likely to

become victims of violence.

PREGNANCYFetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) is a set of

physical and mental defects that affect a fetus that has been exposed to alcohol during pregnancy.

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ALCOHOL AND SOCIETY

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20%

14%

9%

9%

Loss of Productiv-ity-Alcohol illnessLoss of Productiv-ity- Early deathMedical BillsAuto CrashesCrime

YOUR FUTUREDrinking and Jail Legal age in U.S. is 21 Minor in Possession (MIP) Public Intoxication (PI) Drunk and disorderly Alcohol-related incident (ARI) Driving Under Influence (DUI)

YOUR FUTUREDrinking and Sexual Activity Loss of control of your thoughts and

body

YOUR FUTUREDrinking and Swimming 38% + of drowning deaths are alcohol

related Head and Neck injury

YOUR FUTUREDrinking and Teen Brains Affects development Greater risk of alcoholism

Section Quiz

QUIZ1. What condition can be caused by

drinking alcohol while pregnant?2. List two short-term effects of alcohol

on the body.3. List one long-term effect of alcohol on

the body.4. What does BAC stand for?5. List the 4 stages of alcoholism.