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ALCOHOLCoach Markus
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
ALCOHOLISMCoach Markus
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
48%
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.