Questions and Answers
What is the key ingredient for every alcoholic drink?
Ethanol
Which influence often shows drinkers in beautiful outdoor settings, at fun-filled parties, or enjoying sports?
Television commercials
What can binge drinking lead to?
Alcohol poisoning
What can drinking alcohol impair?
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Which of the following is a risk of underage drinking?
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Which of the following influences the effect of alcohol on a person's body?
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Which organ's ability to break down alcohol does rapid drinking overwhelm?
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Above what percent of Blood Alcohol Concentration is illegal for anyone under 21?
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What is the leading known cause of intellectual disabilities and birth defects in the United States?
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How much alcohol is the only safe decision for a pregnant woman to drink?
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How does an alcoholic feel when alcohol is withheld for even a brief period?
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Which stage of alcoholism includes an urgent need for the first drink of the day?
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Which stage of alcoholism includes memory blackouts, hidden drinking?
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What is the seventh stage of alcoholism?
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In what step of the recovery process does the alcoholic admit to having a problem?
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In what step of the recovery process does the alcoholic take responsibility for his or her own life?
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Which type of treatment center, available to help people recover from alcoholism, are places where people stay for a month or more to fully concentrate on recovery?
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Which type of treatment center, available to help people recover from alcoholism, are places where people get treatment for a few hours each day and then return to their homes and regular surroundings?
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What is one of the best known support groups for alcoholics?
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Which organization helps young people cope with having a family member or friend who is an alcoholic?
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Which of the following can you do to help an alcoholic?
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Which of the following is a reason to refuse alcohol?
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Which body organ, in particular, is harmed by drinking alcohol?
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Under what kind of policy do students face stiff consequences, including suspension, starting with the first time they are caught with alcohol?
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Which of the following is a good alternative for drinking alcohol?
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Alcohol is a chemical substance that is non-toxic to the body.
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About one-half of all bicyclists and pedestrians who die in motor vehicle collisions have been drinking.
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Excessive use of alcohol over a long period can damage almost every organ in the body.
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One of the lesser known support groups to help alcoholics be successful is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
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One in four families in the United States is affected by alcoholism.
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How much alcohol is the only safe decision for Debbie to drink each week while pregnant?
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What can Barry do to help his situation regarding his alcoholic brother?
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Study Notes
Alcohol Overview
- Key Ingredient: Ethanol is the primary component of all alcoholic beverages.
- Marketing Influence: Television commercials often depict drinkers in appealing social scenarios to promote alcohol consumption.
- Risk of Binge Drinking: Binge drinking can lead to severe health issues like alcohol poisoning.
Effects of Alcohol
- Impairment: Alcohol consumption negatively affects a person's vision and reaction times.
- Underage Drinking Risks: Engaging in underage drinking poses severe consequences, including a heightened risk of death.
- Influence on Body: A person's gender can significantly determine the effects alcohol has on their body.
Alcohol Processing and Legal Limits
- Alcohol Metabolism: Rapid drinking can overwhelm the liver's ability to process alcohol, increasing intoxication.
- Legal Blood Alcohol Concentration: For individuals under 21, a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0% is the legal limit, making any detectable level illegal.
Health Consequences
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: This is the leading cause of intellectual disabilities and birth defects in the U.S., resulting from alcohol consumption during pregnancy.
- Alcohol and Pregnancy: Pregnant women should consume no alcohol at all to avoid risks to the fetus.
Alcoholism and Its Stages
- Discomfort Without Alcohol: An alcoholic experiences significant discomfort when alcohol consumption is interrupted.
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Stages of Alcoholism:
- Stage 2 involves a pressing need for the first drink of the day.
- Stage 4 includes memory blackouts and concealed drinking.
- The final stage is death, indicating severe consequences of untreated alcoholism.
Recovery Process
- Acknowledgment of Problem: Admission is the first critical step in the recovery process for an alcoholic.
- Personal Responsibility: Recovery requires the individual to take charge of their life and choices.
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Treatment Options:
- Inpatient treatment centers provide a long-term environment for focused recovery.
- Outpatient treatment centers offer treatment for a few hours each day, allowing patients to return home afterward.
Support Systems
- Support Groups: Alcoholics Anonymous is a well-known group offering support for individuals battling alcoholism.
- Youth Support: Alateen helps young people who have experiences with alcoholism in their families, focusing on shared experiences to foster resilience.
Impact on Others and Community Responses
- Supporting Recovery: Continuously supporting someone in recovery is essential for their long-term success.
- Refusal of Alcohol: Reasons to refuse alcohol include its harmful effects on health, such as liver damage.
- Policies on Alcohol: Schools enforce a zero-tolerance policy, leading to severe consequences for students caught with alcohol, including suspension.
Alternatives and Misconceptions
- Healthier Alternatives: Volunteering to assist others is a constructive alternative to drinking.
- Alcohol Toxicity: Alcohol is a toxic substance to the body and can harm multiple organs over prolonged use.
- Family Impact: Approximately one in four families in the U.S. is affected by alcoholism, indicating its widespread impact within society.
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Test your knowledge with this flashcard quiz covering key concepts from Chapter 4 Lesson 3 of AFJROTC regarding alcohol. Learn about important terms such as ethanol, the effects of binge drinking, and the influence of advertising. Perfect for students wanting to understand alcohol's impact!
