Alcohol upsets a delicate balance between chemical systems that stimulate and chemical systems that inhibit functions of the brain and body It is a central nervous system depressant People develop a tolerance to it ID: 1046097
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1. Alcohol and Cannabis
2. Alcohol in the BrainAlcohol upsets a delicate balance between chemical systems that stimulate and chemical systems that inhibit functions of the brain and body.It is a central nervous system depressantPeople develop a tolerance to it
3. Initial Effects of AlcoholFeelings of euphoriaTalkativeness, sociabilityLowered inhibitionsImpact on decision making
4. Later EffectsSedation and drowsinessTrouble with balanceImpaired peripheral vision Delayed reaction time Slurring of wordsVomitingSleepingPossible blackoutImpaired Decision Making
5. Long-Term EffectsLiver Damage Digestive systemCardiovascular systemImmune systemEndocrine systemNervous system
6. Withdrawal SymptomsSeizuresTremors NauseaAuditory or visual hallucinations InsomniaAgitation ConfusionDelirium Tremens
7. Behavioural EffectsDomestic violence and child abuseAccidentsFamily problemsStrained relationships with colleaguesAbsence from or lateness to work Loss of employment Committing or being the victim of violence/crimesDriving under the influence
8. Alcohol and PregnancyBabies born to mothers who drank during pregnancy may have mental retardation or other learning and behavioural problems.The most serious risk during pregnancy is foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD).
9. The Importance of Total AbstinenceAbstinence from all substances that affect the brain—even alcohol and marijuana—greatly increases the chances of a successful recovery.
10. TriggersExternalInternalAdvertisementsDepressionMoviesAnxietyTV showsLonelinessFriends/Family who drinkStressCelebrations/holidaysAnger/Guilt
11. Relapse
12. Is Marijuana Harmless?Marijuana is the most widely used and most widely available illegal drug.Marijuana use affects nearly every organ system in the body. It can have a profound impact on people’s education, employment, and personal life.
13. What Is Marijuana?From the Cannabis sativa plant THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) is the active ingredient. The more THC in a plant, the stronger its effectToday’s marijuana has 3 times as much THC as marijuana of 20 years ago, making it more potent.
14. Short-Term Effects While high Relaxed, euphoric feelings Increased heart rate Poor balance & coordination Slow reaction time Disorientation PanicAfter high fades Sleepiness Depression Distrust
15. Long-Term EffectsMarijuana can impair learning, memory and concentration.Lower grades and poor work performance can result.
16. Health RisksPuff for puff, smoking marijuana is more dangerous than smoking cigarettes.Marijuana is linked to head and neck cancerTHC makes it harder for the body to fight infection and disease.
17. Marijuana and Driving Marijuana is a factor in many fatal car crashes.Driving ability is impaired for hours even after the high fades.
18. Marijuana and PregnancyUsing marijuana during pregnancy can cause:Low birth weight Problems with foetal brain and nerve development
19. Marijuana AddictionPeople who keep using marijuana even though it hurts their family and work may be addicted.Withdrawal can include Cravings Anxiety AngerTrouble sleeping
20. Marijuana and Other DrugsMarijuana use is linked with heavy drinking and use of other drugs.
21. Plan not to useWhat can people in recovery plan in order to avoid use of any substance?
22. Who can you contact?Police – 111A&D Helpline – 0800 787 797Mental Health Line – 0800 22 33 71A&D Service – 09 470 2706Supporting Families – 0800 732 825