Substances (Alcohol) Flashcards
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Alcohol is a what?
what is alcohol?
A depressant
Alcohol is a depressant.
A depressant is a drug
Alcohol if used they can_____.
What happens if used.
Lose balance, have trouble walking properly.
Drinking too much alcohol can lead to?
Alcohol poisoning
A severe condition resulting from drinking copious amounts of alcohol in a short span of time
Alcohol can make a person feel?
How does he/she feel when of after taking alcohol.
Happy-relaxed and later start crying, or get into an argument.
Fast mood changes
Two of the senses.
Alcohol changes a persons ability to?
See, speak
List 4 short term effects of alcohol.
Headaches,
Drowsiness,
Vomiting,
Distorted vision,
Slurred speech,
Blackouts.
List 4 long term effects of alcohol.
Unintentional injuries,
Loss of productivity,
Increased family problems,
Alcohol poisoning,
High blood pressure,
Heart-related diseases.