Lesson 37
What is the most widely abused drug in the U.S.?
Read “What Would You Do?” on pg. 410. Write at least three complete sentences.
Promote an Alcohol and other Drug-Free Lifestyle
Use over-the-counter and prescription drugs properly and safely
Avoid experimentation with alcohol and other drugs
Avoid the use of alcoholAvoid the use of illegal drugsAvoid driving while under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs
Promote an Alcohol and other Drug-Free Lifestyle
Avoid riding in a car with a driver who is under the influence of alcohol or other drugs
Avoid pressuring others to use alcohol or other drugs
Quit using alcohol and other drugs if you already do
Seek help for stopping the use of alcohol and other drugs (for self and others)
Lesson 37Choosing an Alcohol-Free Lifestyle
Ground rule:Respect the privacy of others. Do not
refer to someone with problems by name. Talk to me or a counselor privately if you are concerned about someone you know.
True or False
True stand up and hop on one foot (practice)
False stand up and do squats
Alcohol is a stimulant.
False, it depresses the brain and nervous system.
What does BAC stand for?
BAC is the amount of alcohol in a person’s blood, the higher the BAC the greater the effects on the person.
What factors affect BAC?
Amount of alcohol Speed of drinking Body weight Percent body fat
Gender Feelings Amount of food Other drugs
What are the effects of alcohol?
Slowed reaction time Accidents AIDS why? STDs Unplanned
pregnancy Violence aggression
Ulcers Cancer Malnutrition Infections TB Kidney failure osteoporosis
What can happen when pregnant women drink?
MiscarriageStill birthLow birth weightBaby born with alcohol withdrawal
symptomsFAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome)
What does FAS look like?
Small eye slitsSmall headDelayed physical growthDelayed mental growthMental disability
Math Across the Curriculum
Look at the graph on page 415. Answer questions 1 and 2 in your notebook.
Lesson 37 Bellringer Day 2
1. Why do teens feel pressure to drink alcohol?
2. Explain how alcohol affects decision making?
An alcoholic is a person that is physically dependant on alcohol.
What happens if they quit drinking?What is the difference between abuse
and addiction?Are the consequences different for
alcohol abuse as opposed to being an alcoholic?
What are the effects of withdrawal?
Nauseous Anxious Agitated Vomit
Tremors Trouble sleeping Hallucinations Muscle convulsions
Read page 419 “The family connection”
50% of reported domestic abuse cases involved alcohol
Where can you get help?
AA Alateen Al-Anon ACOA (what does that stand for?)
Who is at risk of developing alcoholism?
Family historyUse at a young agePsychiatric disorders like depressionLow self-esteemDysfunctional families
How many of you have seen an ad for alcohol recently? Look at page 421.
Ads show attractive people having fun. What is the reality of drinking?
What could the ads show?
How can you resist peer pressure to drink?
Be assertive Give a reason Use nonverbal behavior Avoid situations where alcohol is present Avoid hanging out with people who drink-
Why? Follow the law Influence others to choose responsible
behavior Don’t be suckered by media advertising
Lesson 37 Bellringer Day 3
1. How can families be affected by alcohol abuse?
2. Explain one reason why you should say no ( make it personal)
3. What makes the body break down alcohol faster?
Nothing- only time
Where can I get more information?
Drug and alcohol abuse, treatment, prevention
Welcome to NIAAA
Homework
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