Concentric Circles Alcohol Concept Splash Peer Pressure.

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Alcohol Concept Splash

Peer Pressure

What do you know about alcohol advertising? Why do companies pay large amounts of money to advertise their products? How may the advertisements affect teens and adults? What skills do you need to help you evaluate alcohol advertisements?

Many social settings encourage drinking Beer ads shows people drinking and having a good time everywhere Alcoholic beverages are sold in grocery and convenience stores Some adults make it easy for teens to get alcohol Most teens drink because they are curious about what other people are doing Some teens drink because of peer pressure (a feeling to do something because your friends are and want you too) Teens do not want to feel left out

I look more grown up with a drink in my hand If I drink I will be able to forget my problems I am stressed about this test, a drink will help me relax My friends keep pressuring me to try alcohol The ads make drinking look like fun Some teens think drinking makes them look and feel like adults They feel more mature with a drink in their hand Some teens are unhappy and hope that alcohol will make them feel better There ARE NO GOOD REASONS TO DRINK

Alcohol is bad for teens for many reasons: Teens are still growing Teen emotional responses are changing Truth is: YOU DO NOT HAVE TO DRINK

Up to two-thirds of suicides on college campuses involve alcohol Almost one-half of all traffic deaths or people under age 25 involve alcohol Nearly a quarter of all violent crimes committed by teens involve alcohol Between one-third and two-thirds of date rape cases among teens and college students involve alcohol. Most adults have less than one alcoholic drink a month or dont drink at all.

Personal choice Feel better to meet their personal duties and responsibilities if they do not drink Religious beliefs Family values Health problems ANY REASON FOR NOT DRINKING IS A GOOD REASON.

Making Good Decisions: You just found out your parent is changing jobs and that the family must move to another state. You dont want to leave your friends and are angry that no one seems to care about what you want. A friend invites you to a party where beer will be available. He promises you that you will feel much better after a few drinks. What do you decide? Explain the steps you used to make your decision.

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Alcohol Cirrhosis Blood alcohol concentration Intoxication Binge drinking Fetal alcohol syndrome Drug Depressant Reaction time Alcohol abuse Alcohol poisoning

Alcohol is a drug. A drug is any substance that changes how the mind or body works. Alcohol has powerful effects on how your mind and body work. It is a depressant- slows brain and body functions

Through the mouth To the stomach Small and large intestines Blood carries it to every tissue and organ It quickly reaches the brain through the blood Carried to liver where it is converted into harmless waste products It has no nutritional value When breaking down alcohol, your body stops making and storing glucose- sugar for energy Drinking too much alcohol is a drug overdose and may slow your bodily functions, where they stop and you collapse- alcohol poisoning

Alcohol Overload

Liver Failure

Alcohol slows activities of your bodys CNS. It slows your thinking, reactions, and breathing. It slurs your speech, blurs your vision, and interferes with muscle coordination. It also negatively affects learning, motivation, and emotions. Alcohol slows the nerves that control your heart and breathing, a fatal dose will stop these functions.

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Bad Vision

Poor Coordination -Try to write your name and address with your opposite hand. This would be like alcohol affecting your coordination.

Straight Walking

Depends on the person and how much alcohol is in his or her blood. Generally, 0.40 BAC will be fatal to most people BAC- blood alcohol concentration- percentage of alcohol in a persons blood. BAC 0.10- means that you have 10% of alcohol per 10,000 parts of your body.

Weight Drinks What was eaten recently Amount of alcohol consumed Gender

Why is alcohol classified as a drug? What category of drug is alcohol? What effect do depressants such as alcohol have on the body? Is it possible to die from drinking too much alcohol?

Each body reacts differently to alcohol As BAC rises, intoxication occurs Intoxication is the physical and mental changes produced by drinking alcohol. At lower BAC levels, some people feel less shy or cautious, increased energy, positive feelings and less anxiety. Some people feel sad and negative

Amount of alcohol consumed Time frame Weight Body size Amount of food consumed ( help slow absorption time) Drinking habits Medicine Gender Genetic factors Women achieve a higher BAC than men who drink the same.

First: Moods Second: Physical abilities, then memories Third: Muscle coordination, vision blurred, speech and memory impaired Reaction time slows. Reaction time is the amount of time that passes from the instant when your brain detects an external stimulus until the moment you respond. At high BAC levels, the CNS slows down so much that you may pass out or even die Nothing speeds the process up to sober you up- NOT COFFEE, COLD SHOWERS, OR EXERCISE

Reaction Time

While visiting relatives, Angela attends a party with her married cousin Tina and her husband. Tinas husband drove them to the party. While at the party, Angela observed him drink two beers and open a third one. She approached Tina and asked if it was wise for her husband to be drinking since he was their driver. Tina laughed and replied, Dont worry about him, he can hold his beer. Angela is still concerned about getting in the car with him. What should she do?

For anyone 21 and under, a BAC of 0 percent is illegal. It is estimated that 20% of underage drinkers engage in binge drinking. Binge drinking is drinking 5 or more at one siting (females -4 or more). Binge drinking increases the chance that the drinker will be involved in violence or harmful behavior. About 16% of those heavy drinkers have experienced black outs after which they could not remember what had occurred the previous evening.

People who start drinking alcohol at a young age are more likely to abuse alcohol later in life Alcohol abuse is the inability to drink in moderation or at appropriate times Regular, heavy alcohol drinkers may develop tolerance Tolerance means they need more and more alcohol to produce the same effects Tolerance is a sign of a drinking problem Alcohol abuse is not only drinking too much It is also drinking at the wrong time

Car crashes Drowning Overdose Depression Family problems Violence Can become a victim of physical/ sexual assault resulting in pregnancy, STIs, STDs, HIV

Damage their brain Damage their CNS Show impaired memory and perform poorly in school Reduced verbal skills, never catch up Long-term use increase chances of: stroke, heart disease, cancer, and liver diseases- Hepatitis and cirrhosis- scarring and destruction of the liver

How is tolerance a sign of a drinking problem? Can drinking on the weekends, and not during the school week still effect school work? How does alcohol abuse increase the likelihood of physical assault?

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Exit Slip- Identify at least 5 negatives that alcohol can have on the body. Homework- Bring in a newspaper clipping or magazine article where someone made a decision that proved to be costly.

Fetal alcohol syndrome Alcoholism Recovery Detoxification Sobriety

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Alcohol makes it more difficult to think clearly about choices It affects your memory ( Forget what you did or said) Harms your coordination Slows Reactions Changes the way you see situations Low risk situations may become high risk ones It AFFECTS your ABILITY to MAKE GOOD DECISIONS

Nearly 14 million adult Americans have physical, social, and psychological problems related to alcohol use. It causes premature death from a variety of diseases. It also contributes to unnecessary deaths and injuries on the roads and in the home.

Studies have shown that the average age for first trying alcohol is 11 for boys and 13 for girls. Why do some young people try alcohol at such an early age? How is drinking at an early age affecting their chances of developing alcohol dependence?

Intoxication can easily lead to dangerous decisions and behaviors ( example: leading to sexual behaviors) It can affect feelings (become happy and silly; sad and angry, or violent) Make you forget your values

You have made plans to go fishing with a friend. When you get to the lake, you find your friend waiting by his familys boat. He immediately tells you that you will have to do the rowing because he has a buzz from drinking. You have never been on a row boat before. What do you do?

Write a skit in which a teen tries to act cool by drinking and behaving in a manner that causes peers to reject him or her.

Identify traits of a good friend.

Drinking and driving are dangerous, potentially deadly. Alcohol impairs- vision, reaction time, and coordination. If you drink, never get behind the wheel. It can cause other kinds of intentional injuries as well- riding a bike, skateboard, or scooter 1/3 of bicyclists and pedestrians who die in motor vehicle collisions have been drinking Alcohol is linked to about 1/3 of drowning of all deaths by fire

Alcohol and violence often go hand in hand because it reduces the users self-control. Drinking is NEVER and EXCUSE for violence It does not cause violence, but it does make it more likely It makes emotions and behaviors seem stronger Some people become upset or easily angered when drinking

Some people are rude or want to argue Insults, careless threats, arguments, and fights are more likely Someone drinking may become a victim of violence. Alcohol inhibits your ability to defend yourself Alcohol reduces your alertness to danger signs or risky behaviors Intoxicated people are easy targets for- rape, assault, battery, or robbery.

The U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services shows that alcohol use is implicated in one to 2/3 of sexual assault and acquaintance or date rape cases among teens and college students.

Mica and Leah have been best friends for years. Recently, Leah confided that her father was out of work and spent most of his time drinking. She also told Mica that after a few beers, her father became angry and violent. Leah said the situation was so bad that she was considering running away from home. What can you do to help her?

Alcohol poses a special risk for a fetus. A fetus has its own blood supply. When a pregnant mother drinks alcohol, all the alcohol is then passed into the fetuss blood. Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS)- is a group of birth defects that can happen when a pregnant woman drinks alcohol. The childs birth defects range from mild to severe

Severe effects may include brain damage, mental retardation, and severe emotional problems. Children may struggle with learning, memory, attention, problem solving, and interacting with other people. There is no known safe level of drinking during pregnancy. Not drinking totally prevents FAS.

What happens to the alcohol that a pregnant woman drinks? What is FAS? What are some birth effects associated with FAS? Can FAS be prevented? How?

Alcoholism Recovery Sobriety Detoxification

Alcoholism is a progressive chronic disease involving a mental and physical need for alcohol. It is an illness People have a strong need to drink, inability to stop drinking, increased tolerance, or physical dependence for alcohol. People with this disease are called alcoholics With a physical addiction the body develops a direct need for the drug Alcoholics cannot control their drinking

They drink even though they know they are harming themselves and others There is a psychological dependence where the mind sends a message that it needs more and more alcohol. It may be hereditary Family environment and friends have a stronger influence on your health

Stage One- Use alcohol to relieve stress or relax. Soon they need it to cope with daily life. They begin to lie or make excuses about drinking. Stage Two-Person develops tolerance for alcohol, and become absent from work or school. They deny there is a problem. Stage Three- Problem is clear to other people. Drinker is strongly addicted and out of control.

There is no cure for alcoholism, but it is treatable Not drinking at all is the best treatment When a person stops drinking they may experience withdrawals- headaches, nervousness, shaking, or seizures Many people with alcoholism do recover by seeking treatment. Recovery is learning to live without alcohol. Recovery is possible with medication and support from other people

There are steps to recovery: Admission Detoxification- the alcoholics body adjusts to functioning without alcohol Counseling Recovery Treatment may require medical help and counseling Groups, such as AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) provide help and support for the person with alcoholism Sobriety is living without alcohol and it is a lifelong struggle

What is physical dependence on a drug? What happens when a person with alcoholism stops drinking? How is physical dependence related to withdrawal? Who do you think would be most likely to recognize these stages of developing alcoholism: the alcoholic, family member, friend, or acquaintance. Why? Who could intervene the most successfully? Why?

One in four families are affected by alcoholism Alcohol abuse is a factor for breakup in many families Many cases spousal and child abuse are involved A growing number of teens live with someone who is addicted to alcohol The first step is to admit that the problem exists

Next, reach out for help There are treatment centers that offer help to family members and the alcoholic Al-Anon-helps family members and friends of alcoholics. Learn how to help themselves and the person dependent on alcohol Alateen- helps young people cope with having a family member who is an alcoholic. People share their experience and work together to improve their lives.

The most important responsibility is to yourself If you are close to an alcoholic, try not to let their drinking problem change your own attitudes and behaviors How to help an alcoholic: When the drinker is sober, talk calmly with him or her about the harm that alcohol does Tell the drinker how concerned you are, and encourage her or him to seek help. Let the person know that the drinking worries you Help the drinker feel good about quitting, and provide information about groups that can help

Summarize the dangers of alcohol use and the harmful effects of alcoholism.

Some companies spend a lot of money to advertise beer on television, knowing that it has serious health risks. Should a law be passed banning beer advertising from television?

Society provides pressure to drink Peer pressure may be the strongest of all Another pressure may be from advertisements for alcohol The media portrays alcohol as a normal part of life The display that drinking is fun They dont display sick, unhappy, injured, or lonely drinkers Teens hope drinking displays them looking like adults or the only way to have a good time

Messages make knowing what you want more difficult Knowing what you want makes it a lot easier If you take time to think about it Remember, no matte what ads tell you, most adults and teens do not drink or drink rarely Knowing what is best for you helps you make smart choices

Ask yourself the following questions: What makes me happy? What do you do to feel good or to feel adult and in charge? How can drinking hurt you or get you in trouble? What pressure to drink do you feel? How can you avoid or stop those pressures? If you already decided to NOT drink or NOT DRINK AGAIN, GREAT! These questions and answers help you focus on the important things in your life so that you make good decisions

Students in groups, will analyze ads to determine how the manufacturer tries to convince the reader to buy the product.

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You wont look mature getting in trouble for illegal underage drinking The problems will still be there when the effects of alcohol wear off Alcohol does not relieve stress, it disrupts sleep and may create more Real friends wont pressure you to do something harmful Alcohol companies want people to spend money on their products

It is illegal It interferes with your activities It interferes with school It promotes foolish behaviors It is not smart It disappoints those who care about you It harms your health

Each student gets a blank slip of paper. Vote on whether you have received pressure to try alcohol (pressure or no pressure)

Alternatives are other ways of thinking and acting. Become good at something that requires a steady hand Join other teens for alcohol free-fun Volunteer to help others Learn something new Advocate Join a sports team Find a hobby- something you like to do or study in your spare time

Alcohol is not a solution to problems. Name other behaviors that people mistakenly believe are solutions to problems. Suggest actions and behaviors that can help a person with a problem.

Friends are a good source to help people struggling with alcohol. They are usually people who you trust, talk to, and have a good time with. REAL FRIENDS will not pressure you to drink Pick your friends carefully

Talk to someone you trust Major problems may require more than just your friends, but there is HELP around you People to Talk To: Teachers Coaches Guidance Counselors Parents Relative Another trusted adult Religious or spiritual leader- mental/ emotional problems School nurse- physical problems Family doctor-physical problems DONT WAIT

Be a good listener Dont judge them Ask if the problem is to difficult for them to handle Help them find someone who can help If you dont know where to turn, ask a trusted adult for suggestions.

Create a skit in which a teen tells a good friend that he thinks he has a drinking problem.

Write a letter to 6th grade students explaining how he or she can resist peer pressure and make healthy decisions.

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