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Explain how can drugs cause harm to self and others?
Drugs can cause physical and mental health issues, affect relationships, contribute to criminal behavior, and lead to accidents.
What is the maximum fine for selling alcohol to individuals under 18 in New Zealand?
$2000
Under what circumstances can people under 18 consume alcohol in a restaurant?
If they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, depending on the license.
Alcohol consumption in a private home by those under 18 is allowed if they have consent from a responsible adult, and consumption must be done in a ___ manner.
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What are some ways alcohol can be consumed safely?
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How does alcohol marketing influence teenagers?
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What is one reason the Advertising Standards Authority marketing code is needed?
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Which of the following issues are caused by alcohol sponsorship in sports? (Select all that apply)
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What impact does second hand smoke have on society?
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What services does Quitline offer to help smokers?
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What does the Smoke Free Environments Act aim to achieve?
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Study Notes
Alcohol Harm
- Under 18s: Cannot buy alcohol (maximum fine $2000 for sellers).
- Under 18s: Can consume alcohol in restaurants with parent/legal guardian (depending on license).
- Under 18s: Can consume alcohol in private home if the legal guardian or another adult provides alcohol with consent (must be responsible).
Responsible Consumption of Alcohol
- Food: Keep food available to slow down alcohol absorption.
- Drink: Pace drinking to avoid intoxication.
- Transport: Plan transportation to prevent driving under the influence.
- Number of people: Ensure adequate supervision with a responsible ratio of adults to teenagers.
- Supervision and security: Maintain a safe environment and ensure adequate supervision.
Alcohol Marketing and Teens
- Influences: Advertising uses colors, branding, sports team associations, lifestyle promotions, and relatable themes (beach/summer, young attractive people) to influence teenagers.
Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Marketing Code
- Purpose: Safeguards teenagers from alcohol-related harm by regulating alcohol advertising.
- Key Principle: 1A encourages responsible behavior, preventing situations where teenagers might make poor decisions due to intoxication.
Alcohol Sponsorship and Sport
- Issues: Normalizes alcohol consumption, associates sport and aggressive behavior with drinking, increases teen drinking, disproportionately impacts Māori and Pacific children (5x more than average), and lowers the age at which teenagers start drinking.
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ASA Guidelines: Restrict alcohol sponsorship in sports to minimize impact on children, particularly with regulations like:
- No sales messages
- No product or packaging displays
- No depiction of alcohol consumption
- Limited sponsor name visibility
- Restriction of sponsorship if over 25% of participants or spectators are under 18
Tobacco Harm
- Secondhand Smoke: Impacts others around smokers with health issues like cancer and respiratory problems.
- Society Cost: Smoking costs society money in terms of healthcare, lost productivity, sick leave, and fire damage.
Quitline Service
- Support: Offers smokers tips, tools, and products to aid quitting.
- Importance: Provides vital support and resources to help people overcome addiction and improve health.
Smoke Free Environments Act
- Key Features: Implements regulations to protect people from harmful secondhand smoke in public places.
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This quiz explores important topics regarding alcohol consumption and its effects on teenagers. It covers legal restrictions, responsible consumption practices, and the impact of marketing on young people's drinking habits. Understanding these concepts is crucial for fostering responsible attitudes toward alcohol among teens.
