Chapter 21, Lesson 1The Health Risks of Alcohol

Use

• EthanolThe type of alcohol in alcoholic beverages

• FermentationThe chemical action of yeast on sugars

• DepressantA drug that slows the central nervous system

• IntoxicationThe state in which the body is poisoned by alcohol or another substance, and the

person’s physical and mental control is significantly reduced

What effects have you seen in people who have been drinking alcohol?

• Changes to the brain• Cardiovascular changes• Liver and Kidney problems• Digestive system problems• Pancreas problems

Outline the specific changes/problems as described on page 568, Figure 21.2 – turn in when complete

• Body size

• Gender

• Food

• Rate of intake

• Amount

• Medicine

• Changes to the brain• Cardiovascular changes• Liver and Kidney problems• Digestive system problems• Pancreas problems

Compare the specific changes/problems as described on page 570, Figure 21.4 – turn in when complete

• Binge DrinkingFive or more alcoholic drinks at one sitting (serious problem)

• Alcohol PoisoningA severe and potentially fatal physical reaction to an alcohol overdose

Symptoms include: mental confusion and stupor coma and inability to be roused vomiting and seizures slow respiration (10 sec/breath - 8 breaths/min) irregular heartbeat hypothermia or low body temperature – pale/bluish color skin

Chapter 21, Lesson 2Choosing to Live Alcohol-

Free

Factors that influence use:

- peer pressure- family- media messages

Do you see any connections to other lessons we have had?

• Psychological dependencea condition in which a person believes that

a drug is needed in order to feel good or to function normally

• Physiological dependencea condition in which the user has a

chemical need for a drug

Alcohol can harm more than just your health.

Facts:- Illegal for anyone under the age of 21 (buy, possess, or

consume)

- Teens who drink are more likely to be a victim or perpetrator of violent crimes (rape, date rape, assault, sexual assault, robbery, car accidents, homicide)

- Teens who drink are more likely to not abstain from sex and are often twice as likely to contract an STD

- 25% of teens are exposed to alcohol abuse within their families

- Alcohol at school is intolerable = suspension

• AlcoholismA disease in which a person has a physical or

psychological dependence on drinks that contain alcohol

You will experience many benefits if you choose to live alcohol-free

What would be the most important benefit for you if you choose to stay alcohol-free?

• Maintain a healthy body

• Establish healthy relationships

• Make healthy decisions

• Avoid risk behaviors

• Avoid illegal activities

• Avoid violence

• Achieve your goals!

How will you say “no”? Plan ahead…

• “I don’t like the taste”• “No, thanks. I need to be in top shape for the

game this week.”• “I don’t drink alcohol – besides, I’m heading

home.”• “I really can’t, my parents would be angry. We

have an agreement.”• “I don’t want to risk getting kicked off the team.”

• “It would hurt the one I love most…”

Chapter 21, Lesson 3The Impact of Alcohol

Abuse

• Blood alcohol concentration (BAC)The amount of alcohol in a person’s

blood, expressed as a percentage (based on type of alcohol consumed, the rate it was consumed, and the body weight/size/gender

Any amount of alcohol slows reflexes, reduces ability to judge distances & speeds, increases risk-behaviors, reduces concentration, increases forgetfulness

DWI vs DUIIs there any difference?

Under 21 years of age is illegal to use alcohol, and in general is illegal to drive while intoxicated or drive under the influence

• Injuries to or death of the driver and others

• Arrest, jail time, court appearance and fine or bail, a police record, possible lawsuits

• Restricted driving privileges and/or loss of license

• Higher auto insurance rates or a canceled insurance policy (high risk)

• FAS - Fetal Alcohol SyndromeA group of alcohol-related birth defects that

include physical and mental problems

Effects:• Small head; deformities of face, hands, or feet• Heart, liver, and kidney defects• Vision and hearing problems• CNS problems, developmental disabilities,

poor condition• Difficulties learning and short attention span• Hyperactivity, anxiety, and social withdrawal

- A disease that affects the person who drinks and others around him or her

Physically and psychologically dependent… with symptoms:

• Craving• Loss of control• Physical dependence• Tolerance

- An addict who is dependent on alcohol

• Scientific evidence suggests genetic• Environmental factors (family, friends, culture, peer pressure, availability of alcohol, stress)

• Teens who start drinking are at higher risk of becoming alcoholic than someone who starts drinking as adult

3 Stages of development

Stage 1 – Abuse. Social drinking where dependence

develops (memory loss, blackouts, may lie or make

excuses to justify drinking)

Stage 2 – Dependence. Physically dependent and

cannot stop drinking (tries to hide problem; job, home,

school suffers)

Stage 3 – Addiction. Liver may be damaged, less

alcohol is required to cause drunkenness (severe

withdrawals w/o alcohol)

Alcohol abuse plays a role in crimes and has negative effects on people who are around

problem drinkers

15 million alcoholics and problem drinkers in U.S. Major factor in the four leading causes of

accidental death: car accidents, falls, drowning, and house fires

Plays a major role in violent crimes (homicide, rape, forcible rape, and robbery; about 40% alcohol related)

Cannot be cured but can be treated!• Recovery – the process of learning to live an

alcohol-free life• Sobriety – living without alcohol (recovering

alcoholics must make a lifelong commitment) Steps to Recovery:

1. Admission – admitting to needing help2. Detoxification – a process which the body adjusts to

functioning without alcohol3. Counseling – learn to change behaviors and live

without alcohol4. Recovery – takes responsibility for own life

Al-Anon/Alateen helps families and friends learn to deal with living with an alcoholic

Alcoholics Anonymous provides help (12 step program)

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) provides education to prevent underage drinking

Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) peer-led education about avoiding alcohol use

National Association for Children of Alcoholics provides help for children of alcoholics

Glencoe Health Student Workbook

Complete page 269 “Real World Connection” writing a dialogue. Read ‘Refusing Alcohol’ and follow the directions on the page. The dialogue should be at least 2-3 paragraphs long (use your notes to help you).

Also, complete page 275 and answer the 4 questions after reading “Five Reasons to Be Alcohol-Free”

Both assignments are due at the end of class.

Glencoe Health Student Textbook

Read page 581 “Making a Difference”. Answer the three questions that follow the story.

Assignment due at the end of class.