choosing not to drink a lesson by mr. springer. why choose not to drink? it’s the best way to...
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Choosing Not to Drink
A lesson by Mr. Springer
Why Choose Not to Drink?
It’s the best way to avoid problems related to alcohol!
Potent
Dangerous
Potentially Destructive
Ethanol is the intoxicating ingredient in alcohol.Affects the brain powerfully and quickly.
Alcohol can kill and cause other serious health problems.Major factor in car crashes, violent crimes and drowning.
Can ruin careers, break up family and lead to tragedy.Ruin opportunity for sports and opportunity secondary school.
Not Drinking is RealisticAlthough it may be tempting, not drinking is the safest choice.
It is Practical
It is Responsible
The best way to avoid problems with drugs and alcohol is to not use drugs and alcohol.
Avoiding drinking is a great way to avoid risk for yourself and others.
Specific Problems It only takes 1 or 2 drinks to change how you think, act and feel!
Mood Swings
Impulsive Actions
Loss of Judgment
Alcohol can intensify feelings of depression, jealousy and anger.
Drinking can lead to destructive choices.
The ability to think clearly fades with drinking.
Loss of CoordinationAlcohol leads to loss of balance and coordination.Slurred speech and low motor functioning.
Long-Term ProblemsContinued drinking leads to long-term physical problems.
Heart
Liver
Digestive Tract
Increased risk for heart disease and heart failure.
Continued damage can lead to Cirrhosis and liver failure.
Damage to mouth, throat, stomach and intestines increases risk for cancers.
Other DamageBrain damage, blood disorders, loss of sexual function.
Common Myths
“People who are emotionally strong do not have to worry about alcohol problems.”
“Alcohol can give you energy and confidence.”
“You only develop drinking problems from drinking liquor or cheap wine.” “Drinking is the best
way to enjoy a party and have a good time.”
Interesting Fact
BeerVodka or Whiskey
Wine
5% Alcohol by Volume12
oz.
12-15% Alcohol by Volume
4 oz.
40% Alcohol by Volume
1.5 oz.
Reasons Not to DrinkThere are many benefits to not drinking (and make great excuses under peer pressure).
Feel Good
Enjoy Better Health
Avoid Trouble
After effects of alcohol feel bad, so not drinking helps you feel good.
No alcohol means none of the adverse health effects or empty calories.
Underage drinking is against the law, school policy, and many family ideals.
Healthy OptionsNot drinking gives you time for healthy alternatives.
Develop Social Skills
Discover New Interests
Listen, talk, express yourself and spend time with friends and family.
Long-lasting satisfaction from hobbies, sports, music, exercise and new experiences.
Saying No Can Be HardIssues that may lead one to drink.
Familiarity with Use
Trouble in School
Need to Fit in
Alcohol use by family and friends may make it seem normal to drink.
Coping with failure and pressures in school.Leads to schoolwork suffering even more.
Some use alcohol because their friends do.Some use alcohol because of low self-esteem.
Pressure & Avoidance Recognizing and avoiding situations that may lead to alcohol use is a great way to avoid use.Who
What
Where
Who is there? Are they drinkers?
What is everyone doing? Is anyone acting out of character?
Where is everyone? Is the place safe?
WhenWhen is it taking place? Should you be in school or home?
Who?
What are they doing?
Where are they?
When is it?
How to Say No
Say no in a firm voiceTell why not
Offer another ideaPromptly leave
Ways to Say No
Be Polite
Challenge Speaker
Use an Excuse
State the Facts
Switch Topics
Offer Another Idea
Our Healthy Alternatives
Draw or Write an appropriate and healthy alternative!
Thank You For Listening!
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