Transcript Alcohol

ALCOHOL
8thth grade health
Alcohol-What is it?
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It’s a drug created by a chemical reaction in some
foods, especially fruits and grains.
It’s very addictive
It affects a person physically, mentally, emotionally
and socially.
You must be 21 years old to purchase it.
3 Main Forms
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Beer
Wine
Liquor
The Dangers!
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Alcohol affects your ability to make good decisions
and harms your physical health.
Alcohol is a depressant- it slows down your brain
and your nervous system.
Alcohol slows down your motor skills.
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Intoxicated= drunk
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Blood Alcohol Concentration-BAC
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The amount of alcohol in the blood.
If your BAC is over .08 you would be considered
over the limit to drive in the USA
1.5 oz
12 oz
5 oz
Different Effects on Different People
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Size
Gender
Food in the stomach
How fast a person drinks
Other substances in the body
RELATIONSHIPS & FAMILY
Alcohol can ruin both of these important connections
Alcohol May Affect Your Life
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Poor Grades
Bad attendance
Trouble focusing
Fights with friends
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DRUNK DRIVING
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Drunk Driving
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Never drive with a person who has had a drink.
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Be a friend, voice your opinion.
Friends don’t let friends drive drunk
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Drunk Driving leads to death or serious injury.
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It Ruins Relationships
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Attitude swings
Aggressive behavior
Not acting yourself