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The Impact of Alcohol Abuse (1:54)

The Impact of Alcohol Abuse (1:54). Click here to launch video. Click here to download print activity. Do Now: Pick 3 Words and write down the definition. blood alcohol concentration (BAC) – Pg. 578 fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) – Pg. 580 Alcoholic – Pg. 581 Recovery – Pg. 582

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The Impact of Alcohol Abuse (1:54)

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  1. The Impact of Alcohol Abuse (1:54) Click here to launch video Click here to download print activity

  2. Do Now: Pick 3 Words and write down the definition. • blood alcohol concentration (BAC) – Pg. 578 • fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) – Pg. 580 • Alcoholic – Pg. 581 • Recovery – Pg. 582 • Sobriety – Pg. 582-583

  3. Today’s Objectives • Describe possible consequences for DWI or DUI. • Explain how alcohol can influence a pregnancy. • List the effects of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). • List and describe the symptoms of alcoholism. • Describe the 3 stages of Alcoholism.

  4. Problem drinking and alcoholism harm both the drinkers and the people around them.

  5. Alcohol and Driving Drinking and driving is very dangerous. Driving while intoxicated (DWI), or driving under the influence (DUI), is illegal.

  6. Alcohol and Driving Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) depends on the quantity and type of alcohol that was consumed, the rate of consumption, and body size and gender. Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) The amount of alcohol in a person’s blood, expressed as a percentage

  7. Alcohol and Driving Any amount of alcohol in the blood can cause the following: Slow reflexes Reduced ability to judge distances and speeds Increase in risk-taking behaviors Reduced concentration and increased forgetfulness

  8. Alcohol and Driving

  9. Driving While Intoxicated Adult drivers who have a BAC of 0.08 percent can be charged with drunk driving. For those under 21, there is no acceptable BAC, since it’s illegal to use alcohol.

  10. Driving While Intoxicated Consequences of DWI or DUI Injuries to or death of the driver and others. Arrest, jail time, court appearance and fine or bail, a police record, and possible lawsuits. Severely restricted driving privileges and/or immediate confiscation of driver’s license. Higher auto insurance rates or a canceled insurance policy.

  11. Driving While Intoxicated Riding in a vehicle with a driver who has been drinking is just as dangerous as if you were the one drinking and driving. If someone you’re with has been drinking, find a ride with someone who has not been drinking, or call home for a ride.

  12. Alcohol and Pregnancy A female who drinks during pregnancy can harm her fetus. When a pregnant female drinks, alcohol passes directly from her body into the bloodstream of the fetus.

  13. Alcohol and Pregnancy Infants born to mothers who drink during pregnancy are at risk of fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS). Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) A group of alcohol-related birth defects that include physical and mental problems

  14. Alcohol and Pregnancy

  15. Effects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) Infants born with FAS may have the following problems: • Small head and deformities of face, hands, or feet • Heart, liver, and kidney defects • Vision and hearing problems • Central nervous system problems, developmental disabilities, and poor coordination • Difficulties learning and short attention span • Hyperactivity, anxiety, and social withdrawal

  16. Alcoholism Alcoholism is a disease that affects the person who drinks and others around him or her. Alcoholics are physically or psychologically dependent on alcohol.

  17. Alcoholism Symptoms of Alcoholism A strong need for alcohol to manage tension or stress, and a preoccupation with alcohol Craving Loss of control Inability to limit alcohol consumption Physical dependence Withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety A need to drink increasingly more alcohol in order to feel its effects Tolerance

  18. Alcoholics The behavior of alcoholics varies—some are aggressive and violent, while others may become withdrawn. Alcoholic An addict who is dependent on alcohol

  19. Alcoholics Factors that Contribute to Alcoholism Genetics Peer pressure Family Availability of alcohol Friends Stress Age at which a person starts drinking Culture

  20. Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 3 Abuse Dependence Addiction Stages of Alcoholism

  21. Stages of Alcoholism Alcohol causes serious damage to the liver. Compare the healthy liver on the left with the liver damaged by alcohol abuse on the right.

  22. Effects on Family and Society Alcohol abuse plays a role in crimes and has negative effects on people who are around problem drinkers. About 40 percent of violent crimes are alcohol related.

  23. Effects on Family and Society Often, people close to alcoholics develop codependent behaviors. Codependents ignore their own needs and instead focus their energy and emotions on the needs of the alcoholic.

  24. Treatment for Alcohol Abuse Alcoholics can recover if they get treatment. Alcoholism cannot be cured, but it can be treated.

  25. Treatment for Alcohol Abuse When an alcoholic decides to quit drinking, he or she must go through recovery. Recovery The process of learning to live an alcohol-free life

  26. Treatment for Alcohol Abuse Recovering alcoholics must make a lifelong commitment to sobriety. Sobriety Living without alcohol

  27. Treatment for Alcohol Abuse Admitting that alcohol use is a problem Step 1 Detoxification, or adjusting to functioning without alcohol Step 2 Receiving counseling to change behaviors Step 3 Recovery, or taking responsibility for one’s own life Step 4

  28. Treatment for Alcohol Abuse Resources and Programs to Help Alcoholics, their Families and Friends Al-Anon/Alateen Alcoholics Anonymous Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) National Association for Children of Alcoholics National Drug and Alcohol Treatment Referral Routing Service Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) SAMSHA’s National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information

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  30. Exit Ticket • What is blood alcohol concentration (BAC), and what is the legal BAC for teen drivers? • Which of the following is NOT part of the stages of alcoholism? a. Becoming intoxicated regularly b. Going through detoxification c. Making excuses for alcohol-related problems d. Alcohol taking control of the drinker’s life.

  31. 3) List two factors that increase one’s likelihood of becoming an alcoholic.

  32. Answers 1) The amount of alcohol in a person’s blood, expressed as a percentage. The legal limit for a teenager is 0.0. 2) B. Going through detoxification. 3) Genetics, family, friends, culture, peer pressure, availability of alcohol, and/or stress.

  33. After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary • What is blood alcohol concentration (BAC), and what is the legal BAC for teen drivers? The amount of alcohol in a person’s blood expressed as a percentage; no legal BAC

  34. After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary • What is fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), and what causes it? A group of alcohol-related birth defects that include physical and mental problems; caused by mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy

  35. After You ReadReviewing Facts and Vocabulary • Why does an alcoholic go through detoxification when trying to become sober? Alcoholics are physically dependent on alcohol.

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