1. Alcohol Chapter 15 - pgs 348-363

2. Define ALCOHOL A drug created by a chemical reaction in some foods, especially fruits and grains. Alcohol can affect the way people think and act when they drink it

3. Define DEPRESSANT A drug that slows down the body’s functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rates.

4. Define INHIBITIONS A person has no conscious or unconscious restraint on their behaviors or actions.

5. Having several drinks in a short period of time is… BINGE DRINKING *

6. What is the legal age to purchase or consume alcohol in the state of Illinois?

7. Define INTOXICATED Physically or mentally impaired by the use of alcohol. Described as “drunk” or “wasted”

8. What does the following acronym stand for? B A C lood lcohol oncentration

9. BAC is defined as… The percent/amount of alcohol in a person’s blood.

10. List ways ALCOHOL affects people differently:

11. What is the legal driving limit in Illinois and most states? 0.08%

12. At what BAC percent could someone go into a coma or death? 0.40%

13. Define ALCOHOL POISONING A dangerous condition that results when a person drinks excessive amounts of alcohol over a short period of time.

14. What are ULCERS ? A disease that causes open sores in the lining of the stomach.

15. What is Fatty Liver ? A condition in which fats build up in the liver and cannot be broken down.

16. What is CIRRHOSIS ? A disease that causes the liver to stop working properly.

17. Taking a good look at cirrhosis

18. Define Reaction Time The ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations.

19. What does the following acronym stand for? F A S etal lcohol yndrome

20. What are 4 possible effects to a baby whose mother is drinking alcohol? Low birth weight Heart problems Learning disabilities Speech problems Smaller brain Kidney problems

21. How many people in the US have alcohol problems? 17 Million

22. Define ALCOHOLISM A disease in which a person has a physical and psychological need for alcohol.

23. List the effects of ALCOHOLISM  Craving – need to consume  Loss of control – no limit  Tolerance – built up/needs more  Physical dependence – sweating, shaking, & anxiety

24. A term used to describe dehydration after excessive use of alcohol, a person may even suffer from a headache or get a feeling of illness. HANGOVER *

25. 3 stages of Alcoholism  Stage 1 - Abuse  Stage 2 - Dependence  Stage 3 - Addiction

26. Define ALCOHOL ABUSE Using alcohol in ways that are unhealthy, illegal, or both.

27. Define SUBSTANCE ABUSE Using illegal or harmful drugs, including any use alcohol while under the legal drinking age.

28. List the 4 main symptoms of alcohol abuse  Failing to complete major tasks  Dangerous situations  Ongoing financial or legal problems  Continuing to drink after being approached

29. A person dependent on alcohol ALCOHOLIC

30. Define Enablers Persons who create an atmosphere in which the alcoholic can comfortably continue his or her unacceptable behavior.

31. Define Intervention A gathering where family and friends get a problem drinker to agree to seek help.

32. List the 3 support groups for people who suffer from alcoholism: 1.Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 2.Al-Anon 3.Al-Ateen

33. These support groups help people repair their lives from alcoholism.

34. Who does AA help? They help the drinking person recover.

35. Define Recovery The process of learning to live an alcohol-free life.

36. Define Detoxification The physical process of freeing the body of an addictive substance.

37. Who does Al-Anon help? They offer support to the family who lives with the alcoholic.

38. Who does Al-Ateen help? They offer support specifically for teens.

39. Suddenly stopping alcohol can be ___________. FATAL *

40. What are 3 pieces of machinery (besides a car) that an intoxicated person should not operate if they are intoxicated? *