Alcohol

What is your definition of drinking too much? What is your definition of drinking responsibly?

Other ways alcohol can affect us Lack of inhibitions The little voices in your head are not as loud or present

Affects relationships Arguments Affects trust levels Aggression

Alcohol poisoning Alcohol is a poison; if you drink too much your body can shut down

Alcohol’s Short-Term effects on the body (know 3) Distorted vision and hearing  Impaired judgment  Decreased perception and coordination  Unconsciousness  Anemia (loss of red blood cells)  Coma Blackouts (memory lapses, where the drinker cannot remember events that occurred while under the influence) Slurred speech Drowsiness Vomiting  Diarrhea Upset stomach Headaches Breathing difficulties 

With short & long term use of alcohol (know 3) Unintentional injuries such as car crash, falls, burns, drowning  Intentional injuries such as firearm injuries, sexual assault, domestic violence Increased family problems, broken relationships  Alcohol poisoning  High blood pressure, stroke, and other heart-related diseases  Liver disease  Nerve damage  Permanent damage to the brain  Ulcers  Gastritis (inflammation of stomach walls)  Malnutrition  Cancer of the mouth and throat

Minor consumption If you drink underage and get caught, you can get a minor consumption on your record. This can affect your future options A citation for underage drinking and driving (less than .08) can cost $700 and/or 90 days in jail, result in loss of driving privileges for 30 days, and remain on a person’s record for 15 years. A second violation will result in loss of driving privileges for 180 days. (https://dps.mn.gov) Drinking without driving underage can result in a misdemeanor and a fine up to $300

Gateway drug A gateway drug is one that leads to more “hardcore” drugs. Alcohol, tobacco products, and marijuana are gateway drugs.

Types of alcohol

Driving under the influence How drinking effects driving Blurs vision Dulls senses Slows reaction time Distorts perception Affects decision making

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Synthetic Marijuana PowerPoint

Methamphetamine Video

Energy Drinks PowerPoint

Tobacco 3rd person in each row should grab a yellow book for everyone in your row. Turn to page 542 and start filling out the worksheet.