PPT-DRUGS & ALCOHOL FOSTERING UNDERSTANDING

CATHOLIC CHURCH TEACHING Unfortunately the Catholic Church teachings are often countercultural What does your society say about Alcohol amp Drug use DRUGS STIMULANTS Stimulants a substance that raises the levels of physiological nervous activity of the body. Influences on Drug Use. Biological – heredity. Identical twins. Adoption studies. Boys at age 6 excitable, fearless, impulsive (genetic traits) are more likely to take drugs. NPY – brain chemical more sensitive to alcohol. What are the Key Terms?. Drugs. ; A substance which, when taken, affects the body or the mind . Prescription . Drugs. ; Drugs legally obtained only with a doctor’s consent . Drug . Abuse. ; Using drugs in a way that harms the user. NJ Chapter 6 and Drive Right Ch. 15. DUI, DWI….what’s the difference?. Driving under the influence(DUI) refers to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.. Different terms for this offense, including: Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). 8. th. Grade Health. By Brianna Cormaney. Legal drinking age is 21 in U.S.. According to National Center on Addiction and Substance . Abuse – . 80% high school students tried alcohol. Getting the facts on Alcohol. and the Law. Lesson 2-11. Bell Ringer . Get . out Student . Journal: . Pg. . 12 . Lesson. 8 . Journal Entry . Imagine . you have a friend who gets in trouble because of drinking or using drugs. Write a description, poem, or draw a picture or cartoon of how you will feel when you hear the news. . What are the Key Terms?. Drugs. ; A substance which, when taken, affects the body or the mind . Prescription . Drugs. ; Drugs legally obtained only with a doctor’s consent . Drug . Abuse. ; Using drugs in a way that harms the user. 9-1: . WHAT ARE SUBSTANCE USE DISORDERS, AND WHAT ROLES DO TOLERANCE, WITHDRAWAL, AND ADDICTION PLAY IN THESE DISORDERS?. Psychoactive drug. A chemical substance that alters perceptions and moods. Substance use . What is Relapse Prevention?. A method of teaching recovering students to recognize and manage relapse warning signs. . Becomes a primary focus for students who are unable to maintain abstinence from alcohol or drugs despite primary treatment.. 15.1. EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL AND DRIVING SAFELY. OBJECTIVES. Explain how alcohol affects mental and physical abilities needed for driving.. Define blood-alcohol concentration.. Explain factors that affect blood-alcohol concentration.. Definition.. Drug is any natural or synthetic substance when administered produces . psychological . or Physiological effects in the individual. Narcotic-The term means is derived from the Greek words “narkotikoos” which implies a state of lethargy or . Powerpoint based on Holt’s . Lifetime Health. , 2009; chapters 9-10-11-12.. What’s Your Health IQ? . True/False. Side effects of over-the-counter medicines are rare.. Not following doctor’s orders while taking a prescription medicine can be dangerous.. :. http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/addiction/drugs/abuse.html. Drugs are either….. Agonists: . Mimic. . Reuptake inhibitors. Antagonist. s. : . Blocks. Reuptake . inhibitors. Drugs . terms:. 2. Types of Drugs. 3. Signs & Symptoms. 4. Ill Effects of Drugs and Alcohol. 5. Treatment Aspects. Dr. . Chawnglungmuana. CEO, SHALOM. Available Statistics : Substance Use. National Family Health Survey 2015-16. Page: 1. This guidance is intended to inform employees and line managers of the policy, procedures and support services Network Rail has in place to deal with alcohol and drug problems in the workplace. .