1. INTRO TO ALCHOL

3. INTRO TO ALCOHOL Target: I will be able to identify the types of alcohol and describe factors affecting teen alcohol use Pg. 79 Alcohol: a clear flammable liquid that is the intoxicating constituent of wine, beer, spirits, and other drinks, and can also be used as an industrial solvent and fuel.

4. Types of Alcohol: 1.Methyl alcohol or methanol Fatal if swallowed Exposure may damage eyes, kidneys, heart and liver Found in: (Choose 4-5 to write) *Antifreeze *Biodiesel *Silicon *Spandex *Windshield wiper fluid *Glass cleaners *Paints/varnish *Paint thinner *Moonshine- Illegal whiskey (sweeter than ethanol)

5. 2. Isopropyl alcohol Used as a solvent and in the production of acetone (Nail polish remover) At 70% strength = rubbing alcohol If ingested it causes gastrointestinal problems (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea), headache, damage to liver and kidneys, and impaired vision if in contact with eyes

6. 3. Ethanol: The type of alcohol found in alcoholic beverages Acts as a depressant by slowing the central nervous system (CNS) Can lead to malnutrition because the body can’t absorb important nutrients ABV: Alcohol by Volume- How much alcohol is present in one drink Beer is approximately 4.5% alcohol Wine = 4% alcohol Distilled Liquor = 40-50% alcohol

7. Proof: Measurement of how much ethanol is in alcoholic beverages Twice the percentage of ABV Ex: 100-proof whiskey contains 50% alcohol by volume Ex 86-proof whiskey contains 43% alcohol.

8. Alcohol and Teens: 80% of teens have tried alcohol 50% of teen deaths are alcohol/drug related Alcohol use affects many areas of one’s life- health, relationships, school work, athletic performances; future goals Unplanned pregnancies Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Dating violence Rapes Suicides Homicides

10. Why Young People Drink (Factors affecting use): Escape problems/deal with stress- parent’s divorce, trouble in school, problems with boy/girl friend Relax Friends use it; you want to fit in Curiosity/Boredom/Rebellion

11. Family See parents use when they have problems See parents socialize/celebrate Media Aimed at young people by portraying young, handsome/beautiful people having fun/partying- always problem free drinking Summary:

12. UNHAPPY HOUR Choose one of the factors affecting teenage use of alcohol (why teens drink) and then draw a convincing advertisement depicting what negative consequences could arise because of underage drinking. *Use a minimum of 4 colors* Pg. 78