Alcohol Chapter 15 Flashcards
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Why is alcohol classified as a drug?

It causes changes in a person's body or behavior.

What is a depressant?

A drug that causes brain and body reactions to slow down.

What is fermentation?

The process that produces alcohol.

What does a zero-tolerance policy about underage drinking mean?

<p>Minors are punished for being caught with any amount of alcohol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol is a depressant.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol is the second most widely abused drug among high school students.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Peers, family, and the media strongly influence teen drinking.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Teens who use alcohol are less likely to have alcohol problems later in life.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

A teen may be sent to prison for drinking and driving in some states.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is intoxication?

<p>A state in which a person is impaired by alcohol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a blackout?

<p>A period of time that a drinker cannot recall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does BAC stand for?

<p>Blood Alcohol Concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an overdose?

<p>Taking so much of a drug that it leads to coma or death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is binge drinking?

<p>Consumption of excessive amounts of alcohol at one sitting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Intoxication causes core body temperature to increase.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Females generally have lower blood alcohol concentrations than males after drinking the same amount.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Alcohol is involved in about 40% of fatal motor vehicle crashes.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person can die from binge drinking.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Combining alcohol with drugs such as sleeping pills can be fatal.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is cirrhosis?

<p>A disease in which a drinker's liver develops scar tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is absolute dependence?

<p>A disease in which a drinker needs alcohol to function.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is tolerance?

<p>A state in which fewer drinks are needed to cause the original effect.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is reverse tolerance?

<p>A condition in which less and less alcohol causes intoxication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is detoxification?

<p>One of the steps of recovery from alcoholism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is alcohol more damaging to teen brains than adult brains?

<p>Because teen brains are still developing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much alcohol can a woman drink during pregnancy without risk of harming her baby?

<p>None</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does excessive drinking contribute to heart disease?

<p>By causing fatty deposits in the heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are risk factors for becoming an alcoholic?

<p>Being the child of an alcoholic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which support group is for friends and family members of alcoholics?

<p>Al-Anon/Alateen</p> Signup and view all the answers

Abstinence is the best decision teens can make about alcohol.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Refusal skills are the skills needed to say no.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

When you refuse to drink, you should always apologize for not drinking.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

You should never get into a car with anyone who has been drinking.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct relationship between age and alcohol?

<p>Drinking is legal only at ages 21 and older.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does sticking to a decision to abstain from alcohol mean?

<p>Being able to say no around people who are drinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you prepare for peer pressure to drink?

<p>Think of reasons for not drinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity should teens who abstain from alcohol avoid?

<p>Going to parties where others are drinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if you find yourself dependent on a drinker for a ride home?

<p>Ask someone for help.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Alcohol as a Drug

  • Alcohol causes changes in bodily functions and behavior, classifying it as a drug.
  • It acts as a depressant, slowing down brain and body reactions.

Fermentation

  • Fermentation is the process through which alcohol is produced.

Underage Drinking Policies

  • A zero-tolerance policy means minors face punishment for any alcohol possession.
  • Abstinence is considered the best choice for teens regarding alcohol consumption.

Misconceptions about Alcohol

  • Alcohol is a depressant and is not the second most abused drug among high school students.
  • Peer influence, family, and media significantly affect teen drinking behaviors.
  • Teens who use alcohol face a higher risk of future alcohol problems, contradicting common misconceptions.
  • In some states, a teen can be imprisoned for drinking and driving.

Terminology

  • Intoxication refers to impairment from alcohol consumption.
  • A blackout is a period of time a drinker cannot remember.
  • BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) indicates the amount of alcohol in one's bloodstream.
  • An overdose occurs when excessive drug intake leads to coma or death.
  • Binge drinking involves consuming large amounts of alcohol in one sitting.

Physical Effects of Alcohol

  • Alcohol does not increase core body temperature, correcting a common belief.
  • Females typically have higher blood alcohol concentrations than males when drinking the same amount.
  • Approximately 40% of fatal motor vehicle crashes involve alcohol.
  • Binge drinking can be life-threatening.
  • Combining alcohol with substances like sleeping pills can be lethal.

Health Implications

  • Cirrhosis is a liver disease caused by excessive drinking, resulting in scar tissue formation.
  • Absolute dependence on alcohol reflects a condition where a drinker needs it to function normally.
  • Tolerance develops when fewer drinks are needed to achieve the same effects, while reverse tolerance indicates a state where less alcohol leads to intoxication.
  • Detoxification is a key recovery step from alcoholism.

Impact on Teens

  • The teenage brain is still developing, making it more vulnerable to alcohol damage.
  • No amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy as it can harm the fetus.

Factors Contributing to Alcoholism

  • Having an alcoholic parent increases the likelihood of becoming an alcoholic.

Support Systems

  • Al-Anon/Alateen is a support group designed for family and friends of alcoholics.

Making Informed Choices

  • Refusal skills are crucial for saying no to alcohol.
  • One should not feel the need to apologize for choosing not to drink.
  • Avoidance of parties where alcohol is present is advisable for those abstaining.
  • Being dependent on a drinker for transportation should prompt seeking help from others.
  • Legal consumption of alcohol is permitted only for individuals aged 21 and older.

Preparedness for Peer Pressure

  • Prepare by considering personal reasons for abstaining from alcohol.
  • Commitment to abstaining involves being able to refuse alcohol in social situations.

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Explore the key concepts related to alcohol in this Chapter 15 flashcard quiz. Learn about the classification of alcohol as a drug, the effects of depressants, the fermentation process, and policies on underage drinking. Test your knowledge and reinforce your understanding of important terminology.

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