5) Avoiding Destructive Habits Flashcards
how was tobacco used in the past?
native americans used tobacco in religious ceremonies and as medicine
what are some major health risks of tobacco use?
-cardiovascular disease
-respiratory disease
- cancer
-diabetes
if a pregnant woman smokes, what could happen to the baby?
the baby could get sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
what is nicotine?
an addictive ingredient and it readily absorbed into the bloodstream whenever a tobacco product is chewed or inhaled.
what effects does nicotine have on the body?
when it enters your bloodstream, it immediately stimulates the adrenal glands to release the hormone epinephrine. in turn, epinephrine stimulates their central nervous system and increases the blood pressure and heart rate
how might smoking affect someone’s appearance?
bad breath, premature wrinkling, and yellowing of fingernails.
how might smoking affect someone’s health?
gum disease, asthma, or lung cancer
what is a relapse?
is when you return to an unhealthy habit
how can a self-assessment help you prevent relapse?
you can understand what might trigger your change in behavior
main ingredient in cigarettes
tobacco
why is drinking alcohol harmful to young people?
it can tamper with your ability to learn life skills
what is alcohol?
it is a depressant drug and is poisonous
binge drinking
consuming a lot of drinks in a single occasion
heavy drinking
consuming many drinks per week
three negative health-related or social behaviors associated with binge drinking
-physical dependence on alcohol
-high tolerance for alcohol
-strong cravings for alcohol
