Drugs and alcohol education Flashcards
(53 cards)
What is the definition of alcohol?
In everyday use, alcohol usually refers to drinks such as beer, wine, or spirits containing ethyl alcohol - a substance that can cause drunkenness and changes in consciousness, mood, and emotions
What is the scientific name for alcohol in drinks?
Ethanol
What type of drug is alcohol?
Alcohol is a drug that slows down the central nervous system, including the transmission of messages to and from the brain. Also a ‘depressant’ - doesn’t necessarily make you feel depressed.
What is BAC?
Blood Alcohol Concentration
How is alcohol absorbed into the bloodstream?
Via stomach - 20% and small intenstine - 80%
Is alcohol absorbed quickly?
Alcohol is broken down in the body more slowly than it is absorbed.
How much alcohol is in a standard drink?
A standard drink is defined as containing 10g if alcohol (12.5mL)
What is binge drinking?
‘binge drinking’ refers to drinking heavily over a short period of time with the intention of becoming intoxicated, resulting in immediate and severe intoxication.
Name three short term effects of alcohol
Headache, nausea, vomiting ( answers can vary )
Others include: loss of inhibition and more confidence, flushed appearance, blurred vision and slurred speech, intense moods, relaxation, lack of coordination and slow reflexes, reduced concentration
What factors affect how alcohol impacts someone?
Food consumption, biological gender, body weight, medications or other drugs, amount of alcohol consumed, alcohol content, speed of consumption.
Which parts of the brain does alcohol affect in teenagers?
Alcohol affects the development of the adolescent brain, in particular the hippocampus and Pre-frontal Cortex, which impact on decision making, personality, memory and learning.
How does alcohol affect the stomach?
inflamed lining and bleeding, cancer of the food pipe
How does alcohol affect the liver?
swelling and pain, alcohol liver disease, cancer
How does alcohol affect the kidneys?
decrease in kidney function and the ability to process blood and properly form urine.
How does alcohol affect the heart and circulation?
increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, weakened heart muscles, irregular heartbeat, atrial fibrillation.
How does alcohol affect the mouth and lungs?
acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and reduce your total lung capacity, making it difficult for you to breathe.
Why do some people choose to drink alcohol?
celebration, enjoyment, to relax, peer pressure, addiction, curiousity, experimentation, coping mechanism, distractions, boredom, mood alteration, intoxication.
Who usually provides alcohol to minors?
Parents /guardians (40%), strangers (55%), retailers (5%)
What is the law about supplying alcohol to minors at home?
It is illegal for an adult to give alcohol to someone under 18 at home unless they are the parent or guardian and do so responsibly. Breaking this law can lead to serious consequences like fines (up to $10,444), criminal charges, or losing a liquor license.
What is considered responsible supervision?
‘Responsible supervision’ is generally determined by: how much + how drunk the child gets, where the drinking happens (private residences, other places, etc.)
What happens if you’re under 18 and caught buying alcohol?
- Be given a formal caution
- Be fined or choose to have the matter decided by a court.
What happens if you’re under 18 and drink in a public place?
- You might be warned, cautioned, or the police may fine you $365 on the spot.
What is a fake ID?
- Has been made illegally
- Altered in any way
- Doesn’t belong to you
What are the consequences of using or carrying a fake ID?
Illegal to use – could be refused service, ID confiscated, fined +charged
Illegal to carry – given a caution, be charged + fined
