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On a sheet of paper list reasons why it is dangerous to consume alcohol.

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33% of suicides 50% of homicides 62% of assaults 68% of manslaughter cases 41% of traffic fatalities 50% of all drowning Domestic abuse, child abuse, neglect and work place injuries

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_____________ the type of alcohol in alcoholic beverages Produced through fermentation of fruits, vegetables and grains __________________ the chemical action of yeast on sugars Water, flavoring and minerals are mixed with ethanol to produce beverages such as wine and beer

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______________ a drug that slows the central nervous system Effects motor skills Slows reaction time Impairs vision Diminish clear thinking and judgment

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Alcohol travels through the bloodstream to the ___________ ______________ metabolizes the alcohol in the bloodstream and makes it less active Metabolism the process by which the body breaks down substances Kidneys filter the neutralized particles and other waste products from the blood and produce urine

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Alcohol causes serious damage to the liver. Compare the healthy liver on the left with the liver damaged by alcohol abuse on the right.

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______________ the state in which the body is poisoned by alcohol or another substance and the persons physical and mental control is significantly reduced Affected by Body size ____________ Stomach contents

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BAC Blood Alcohol Concentration the amount alcohol in a persons blood expressed as a percentage

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Short Term Effects Nervous SystemCardiovascular System Digestive SystemRespiratory System ____________ becomes less able to control the body Memory thought processes disorganized, memory and concentration dulled Judgment altered and coordination impaired Heart at low intake increases heart rate and blood pressure; at high intake decreases Blood Vessels expand and body temperature lowers _____________ increase stomach acid causing nausea and vomiting Liver toxic chemicals are released Kidneys increase urine output Lungs fill with carbon dioxide _______________ depress nerves that cause involuntary reactions such as breathing, breathing slows

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Alcohol ________ the excessive use of alcohol 25% of all youth is exposed to alcohol abuse Binge Drinking drinking ____ or more alcoholic drinks at one sitting Can be fatal Can cause alcohol poisoning

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Drug Interactions DWI Alcohol Poisoning Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Long term damage to major body systems and organs Alcoholism

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Alcohol and drugs do not mix A factor in of all emergency room admissions ________________ Effect medication has a greater or different effect than intended Typical Interactions: Slows absorption increasing the time the drug is in the body Medication may be broken down faster, decreasing its effectiveness Increase effects of some drugs

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DWI Driving while intoxicated DUI Driving under the influence.02 Driver shows signs of intoxication.08 Maximum BAC for a driver Consequences of a DWI Harm to driver and others Restricted driving privileges Loss of license Arrest or jail time Higher insurance rates Fines

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Alcohol Poisoning a severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose Effects of Alcohol Poisoning Mental confusion, stupor, coma, passing out Slow respiration 10 seconds between breaths Irregular heartbeat Hypothermia and low body temperature Severe dehydration and vomiting Call 911 if someone has alcohol poisoning

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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome a group of alcohol related birth defects that include physical and mental problems Effects of FAS Deformities of head, hands and feet Heart, liver and kidney defects Learning difficulties No safe amount of alcohol to drink while pregnant

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Long Term Effects Nervous SystemCardiovascular System Digestive System Brain addiction, loss of brain functions, brain damage __________ damage to heart muscles, enlarged heart, high blood pressure Liver fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, cirrhosis Stomach ulcers and cancer Pancreas - blockage

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______________ a disease in which a person has a physical or psychological dependence on drinks that contain alcohol Alcoholic an addict who is dependent on alcohol Influenced by genetic and environmental factors Symptoms: Craving strong need to drink Loss of control cannot limit Physical dependence withdrawal symptoms Tolerance need more to feel the same effects

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1. _________ a person drinks and becomes intoxicated regularly 2. _________________ Physical need for alcohol; alcohol is the central focus 3. _____________ alcohol is the most important thing in persons life

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1. Admission person admits to having a problem and asks for help 2. Detoxification a process in which the body adjusts to functioning without alcohol 3. ______________ gets help to learn to live without alcohol 4. Recovery the process of learning to live an alcohol free life __________ living without alcohol

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Create a peer pressure scenario involving alcohol Write and perform a skit that demonstrates how someone could handle this peer pressure situation responsibly Everyone must participate Skit must have 3 vocabulary words in it