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AlcoholAlcoholGaining knowledge
about addictive substances
and the process
of addiction
can help individuals
make better decisions.
Activity DirectionsActivity Directions
You will receive 12 pieces of paper,
3 of each color, and will
write on each one as follows:
Blue – names of 3 people you like a lot Green - 3 special things or possessionsOrange – 3 activities you enjoyWhite - 3 personal attributes, abilities,
talents, or characteristics
Downhill SlideDownhill Slide
“What” Questions:
How hard was it to choose:
3 people? 3 possessions? 3 activities? 3 personal attributes?
““So What”?So What”?
From which category was it most difficult to choose which square to tear up? Why?
How did you feel as your pieces of paper were being torn up?
How was it different when someone else chose the papers to tear up?
Applying your KnowledgeApplying your Knowledge
How does this activity show the loss of control an addicted person experiences?
What does this activity show about the consequences of addiction?
Alcohol ConcentrationsAlcohol Concentrations
Beer 4-6%Wine12-20%Liquor 40-50%
80 Proof = 40% alcohol
100 Proof = 50% alcohol
12 oz Beer = 5 oz Wine = 1-1/2 oz Liquor
Circulatory SystemCirculatory System
Alcohol enters the blood, causing the blood vessels to dilate.
Blood flow is increased, especially to the skin.
1. The body loses heat
2. Body temperature drops
HeartHeart
Heart muscle weakens
Irregular heart beat
Blood Vessels dilate =
Blood Pressure drops
Hypothermia: Body Temperature drops
Heart Attack & Stroke - Risk increases
Nervous SystemNervous System
Alcohol impairs
Behavior
Judgment
Memory
Intellectual abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Effects on BrainEffects on Brain
Alcohol is a Sedative
Depresses (slows down) nerve cells
in the brain = Slow reaction time.Damage to the Brain can be permanent
cell death, mental disorders, addiction
Dulls vision, hearing, smell and taste
Large doses of alcohol can cause
respiratory failure, coma, and death
Digestive SystemDigestive System Liver:
Cirrhosis (scar tissue; jaundice) Alcoholic Hepatitis
Pancreas Pancreatitis (chronic inflammation)
StomachIrritation and Inflammation of Lining causesNausea, Vomiting, Ulcers, Bleeding sores,
Cancer
Small Intestine cannot process nutrients and vitamins
Colon Diarrhea, Ulcers, Cancer
Alcohol and the LiverAlcohol and the Liver
Oxidation: alcohol changes to
watercarbon dioxideenergy
One-half an ounce of alcohol per hour.
Cirrhosis of the liver: permanent scar tissue with no blood flow.
Other Systems affectedOther Systems affected
Muscular System Muscles weaken and atrophy Pain and Tenderness
Skeletal System Interferes with Calcium absorption
Respiratory System Lowered resistance to infection Breathing may stop = death
Urinary System Increased urine production = dehydration Irritation and inflammation of bladder
The HangoverThe Hangover A Mild form of Withdrawal A Mild form of Withdrawal
Symptoms:Headache, vomiting, nausea
Cure: Time
Causes:Irritation of CNS (nerves)Dehydration of Body CellsIrritation of Stomach lining
Universal Withdrawal Universal Withdrawal SymptomsSymptoms
Lack concentrationDepressionIrritabilityDrug CravingLack of EnergyLoss of Appetite (or increased)
Truth About DrinkingTruth About Drinking
Video: Truth About Drinking
1. Vocabulary for Truth About Drinking
2. Read Article: The Dangers of Alcohol
Ss: Complete Worksheet