Chapter 15 Alcohol Lesson 2 Effects of different

Chapter 15 Alcohol Lesson 2 Effects of different amounts of alcohol on the body

LESSON 2 Effects of Alcohol Use BIG IDEA Alcohol use has far-reaching effects to the body, other people, and personal relationships. How Alcohol’s Effects Vary • Different people react to alcohol use in different ways. One of the biggest factors is the user's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). An alcohol user's BAC is expressed as a percentage. • A person if considered legally intoxicated if you BAC is. 08% or higher • A person’s size, gender, and speed of consumption are all factors that contribute to a person BAC New Vocabulary blood alcohol concentration (BAC) The amount of alcohol in the blood Lesson Home

LESSON 2 Effects of Alcohol Use BIG IDEA Alcohol use has far-reaching effects to the body, other people, and personal relationships. Effects of Small Amounts of Alcohol • • • Makes it difficult to think clearly Lowered inhibitions Difficulty concentrating Poor coordination Slows reflexes and reaction time Mood changes Lesson Home

LESSON 2 Effects of Alcohol Use BIG IDEA Alcohol use has far-reaching effects to the body, other people, and personal relationships. Effects of Medium Amounts of Alcohol • • • Slurred speech and stumbling Drowsiness Moody or aggressive behavior Difficulty remembering Double vision Lesson Home

LESSON 2 Effects of Alcohol Use BIG IDEA Alcohol use has far-reaching effects to the body, other people, and personal relationships. Effects of Large Amounts of Alcohol • • Vomiting Difficulty breathing Drop in blood pressure Loss of consciousness Coma Alcohol poisoning Death Lesson Home