Transcript Alcohol P.PT.-USE - Auburn School District

Alcohol
Health
MRS. KEBBA
Alcoholism
Alcoholism is an illness characterized by a
physical and psychological need for alcohol.
 Alcoholics are unable to limit the amount they drink.
 They develop a tolerance for alcohol and need to
drink more and more alcohol to experience its
effects.
Alcoholism (cont’d.)
A person may be alcoholic if he or she:
 Becomes drunk often.
 Drinks alone.
 Stops participating in other activities so that he or
she can drink.
 Makes excuses for drinking.
 Promises to quit but does not.
 Refuses to admit how much he or she drinks.
 Experiences blackouts.
What Is Alcohol?
Alcohol is a drug created by a chemical
reaction in some foods, especially fruits and
grains.
Found in beer, wine, whiskey, and other
beverages, alcohol affects a person physically
and mentally.
Using alcohol may result in chemical
dependency on this substance and cause
several health problems.
What is Alcohol?
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Depressant
2.
Toxic Liquid made from plants
What are some different plants that
are used to make alcohol?
Problem Drinking?
It’s not just the drinker’s problem
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Drinking and Driving one of the top 10 causes of death in the United States
Violence or abuse towards others.
Alcohol involved in more than ½ of murders,
suicides, sexual violence, and violence in general
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Can cause Birth Defects including Mental Retardation, slow growth, Fetal Alcohol
Syndrome, Pre-Mature labor
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One of the top 5 leading causes of Divorce
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Excessive use can cause mental illness
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Job Loss => no money => loss of home?
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Loss of driving privileges
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INCREASED SEXUAL RISK TAKING
TEEN Alcohol use
Many teens begin drinking because their friends do. Often,
teens do it to “get away” or because they feel “it’s just
what you should do”. Others do it to be part of the crowd.
Regardless, alcohol consumption in the United States* is
illegal for all under 21.
Anyone caught drinking runs the
risk of not being permitted to get their Driving License until
age 21. In addition, teen brains are continuing to grow
and under-age drinking may contribute to decreased
cognitive development.
(*the drinking age varies from country to country)
Reasons to Avoid Alcohol
and Drugs
There are many good reasons to avoid alcohol
and drugs. Remind yourself:
 Alcohol and drugs can harm my health.
 I do not show respect for myself if I use alcohol or
drugs.
 My future means too much to me to ruin it.
 I’d rather be in control of what I do.
 Alcohol and drugs can take away my energy.
 Using alcohol or drugs means breaking the law.
 My true friends don’t try to convince me to use
drugs.
How Alcohol Affects the Body
A person can feel the effects of
alcohol just a few minutes after
taking the first drink.
People who drink large quantities of
alcohol also risk serious long-term
effects such as permanent damage
to organs and even death.
Depressants
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Drugs that “depress” the bodies
functions – slows down
“Depress” sensations of pain
Not depress like feel sad
Alcohol
Marijuana
Heroin
Codeine
Morphine
Tranquilizers
Short term effects on the body
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Irritation
Dilation of blood vessels
Loss of heat
Liver
Diuretic drug – causes dehydration
Alcohol’s effect on the brain
Progressive slow down of the Brain…
Leads to progressive loss of…
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2.
3.
Intellect
Motor Functions
Vital Functions
Motor Functions
Alcohol affects motor functions.
Mental/Emotional Effects
Addiction
Trouble
communicating
Depression
Reduced ambition
Suicide
Confusion
Irritability
Lack of
concentration
Anxiety
Loss of
inhibitions
Anger
Poor judgment
Loss of memory
Inability to solve problems
Physical Risks
Reduced
strength
Low energy levels
Slowed reflexes
Loss of physical
coordination
Difficulty walking,
running, dancing,
and playing
sports
Muscle twitches
and cramps
Decreased
endurance
One Drink Equals:
12 Oz. Beer
4% - 7% Alcohol
½ oz. Pure
4 oz. Wine
12 – 14% Alcohol
½ oz. Pure
1 Shot Liquor (1 oz.)
40% - 50% Alcohol
½ oz Pure
How do you know
how much Alcohol
is in a drink?
Alcohol By Volume (ABV) =
% alcohol
Proof = 2x the % of Alcohol.
80 Proof = 40% ABV
How does alcohol get into the blood?
Ingestion then Absorption
How Alcohol Leaves the Body
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Liver breaks down alcohol and excretes
it…
Kidneys – through urine (90%)
Lungs – through breath (8%)
Skin – through sweat (2%)
The Liver only works at one speed. It can
process about one drink per hour.
Healthy vs. Unhealthy Liver
Cirrhosis of the Liver
Blood Alcohol Level
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Factors that Influence BAL/BAC
Body Size
Gender
Speed of Drinking
Food in Stomach
Tolerance Level (tolerance causes a
person to drink more to feel
intoxicated)
Drinking and Driving
Even one alcoholic beverage begins to impair
coordination and can make driving unsafe.
The more alcohol a person drinks, the more
dangerous he or she is behind the wheel.
Slower reaction times and impaired judgment
make drunk drivers dangerous to other drivers
and pedestrians.
Drunk drivers are said to be driving under the
influence (DUI) of alcohol if their blood alcohol
level is .08 or higher.
DUI/DWI/502
Over 21 Years of Age
.08% BAC
Under 21 Years of Age
.01% BAC Zero Tolerance!
Some short term physical
effects
Brain
Impaired judgment, reasoning, memory, concentration; slowed reaction
time, decreased coordination; slurred speech; distorted vision and
hearing; reduced inhibitions; alcohol poisoning, causing unconsciousness
and even death.
Heart
Blood Vessels
Liver
Stomach
Increased heart rate.
Processes of the
liver, which filters out
over 90% of the
alcohol in the body,
may become
unbalanced.
Enlarged blood vessels,
creating false sense of
warmth.
Vomiting, which can lead to
choking and death.
Kidneys
Increased urination,
which can result in
dehydration, headache, and
dizziness.
Danger of Alcohol Use
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Short term
• Doing something dumb that will harm
yourself or someone else.
Ex. Accident, injury, unwanted
pregnancy, Sexually
Transmitted Infection, Fight
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Long Term
• Body damage, illness, addiction, cost
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Cirrhossis, breast cancer, kidney stones
Understanding the Risks
People who drink alcohol or take other drugs
expose themselves to serious and deadly
physical, mental/emotional, and social harm.
Being aware of the consequences of alcohol and
drug use can help you:
 Stay away from risk situations.
 Make the right decision if you find yourself in a risk
situation.
 Feel confident about choosing not to use alcohol or
drugs.
Risks to the Unborn
Use of alcohol or other drugs by pregnant
females can result in:
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Serious diseases and birth defects in the fetus.
Delays in development and learning disabilities.
Addiction to drugs at birth.
Fetal alcohol syndrome, which causes developmental
delays and psychological and behavioral problems
throughout life.
Risks in School
Teens who use alcohol or other drugs may:
 Be late or miss school often.
 Do poorly in school because they are unable to pay
attention.
 Behave in ways that get them suspended or
expelled.
 Miss the opportunity to be involved in school
activities.
 Let down classmates or teammates because of poor
performance.
 Lose the chance to learn new skills and develop their
abilities.
 Fail to meet long-term goals.
Alternatives to Alcohol
Finding healthy ways to spend time is a good
way to avoid substance use. Here are some
ideas:
 Join an activity at school.
 Volunteer.
 Participate in any alcohol- and drug-free events
taking place in the community.
Getting Help
To get help for yourself or for a friend, or
family member who has an alcohol or
drug problem:
 Talk to trusted adults like parents,
teachers, religious leaders, or
counselors.
 If you feel uncomfortable talking to
these adults about your problems,
you can turn to organizations that
offer counseling and treatment.