Consent And Addictions

Question 1

What is the definition of consent?

Answer 1

Free, willing, non-coerced agreement to engage in sexual activity

Consent must be given by the individual and cannot be obtained under coercion or incapacity.

Question 2

What are drugs defined as?

Answer 2

Any substance which upon entering the body changes the way your body works/functions

This definition includes both legal and illegal substances.

Question 3

What is alcoholism?

Answer 3

Habitual intoxication, prolonged and excessive intake of alcohol leading to a breakdown in health

This condition affects both physical and mental health.

Question 4

What constitutes sexual assault?

Answer 4

When someone forces any form of sexual activity on someone else without consent

It is a violation of personal autonomy and can involve various forms of coercion.

Question 5

List some long-term effects of alcohol.

Answer 5

• Memory loss
  *loss of appetite
• Damage to liver, heart, and brain

Long-term alcohol abuse can lead to severe health issues.

Question 6

List some short-term effects of alcohol.

Answer 6

• Decreased fear
• Risk-taking behavior
• Hangover

These effects can impair judgment and lead to dangerous situations.

Question 7

Who can give consent?

Answer 7

Only you

Consent cannot be given if someone is incapacitated due to drugs or alcohol or if force is used.

Question 8

What are characteristics of alcohol dependence?

Answer 8

• High tolerance
• Withdrawal
• Loss of control of intake
• Intense and prolonged desire to drink

These characteristics indicate a serious issue with alcohol consumption.

Question 9

What activities are included in sexual activity?

Answer 9

• Kissing
• Touching
• Sexual intercourse

Consent is required for all forms of sexual activity.

Question 10

What does consent involve?

Answer 10

• Asking for permission before starting
• Verbal, voluntary ‘yes’

Consent should be clear and enthusiastic.

Question 11

What happened to Aubrie?

Answer 11

Aubrie was 15 and sexually assaulted at a party when unconscious. Boys wrote messages on her and she killed herself

This case highlights the serious consequences of sexual assault and victim blaming.

Question 12

What happened to Daisy?

Answer 12

Daisy, 14, was sexually assaulted at a party when drunk. A video was taken and spread around

This incident also emphasizes the issues of rape culture.

Question 13

What are the signs of alcoholism in Phase 1?

Answer 13

• Defensive about intake
• Used for stress reduction

Individuals may start to justify their drinking habits during this phase.

Question 14

What are the signs of alcoholism in Phase 2?

Answer 14

• Guilt about drinking
• Drink to get drunk

This phase often includes a shift in drinking behavior.

Question 15

What are the signs of alcoholism in Phase 3?

Answer 15

• Avoiding family and friends
• Liver damage

Relationships may suffer as drinking becomes prioritized.

Question 16

What are the signs of alcoholism in Phase 4?

Answer 16

• Drinking bouts last several days
• Drink to live and live to drink

This is the most severe phase of alcoholism, indicating a critical need for intervention.