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    Alcohol is a depressant that comes from fermented plants and fruits. It has been consumed for ancient times. There are different types of alcohol including ethyl alcohol, denatured alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, and rubbing alcohol. Alcohol changes a person's physical and emotional state, slowing brain and body functions. Drinking alcohol can lead to alcoholism characterized by excessive and compulsive drinking. It is important to build resistance skills to avoid negative influences and temptation regarding substance use.

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    Alcohol is a depressant that comes from fermented plants and fruits. It has been consumed for ancient times. There are different types of alcohol including ethyl alcohol, denatured alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, and rubbing alcohol. Alcohol changes a person's physical and emotional state, slowing brain and body functions. Drinking alcohol can lead to alcoholism characterized by excessive and compulsive drinking. It is important to build resistance skills to avoid negative influences and temptation regarding substance use.

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    Alcohol is a depressant that comes from fermented plants and fruits. It has been consumed for ancient times. There are different types of alcohol including ethyl alcohol, denatured alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, and rubbing alcohol. Alcohol changes a person's physical and emotional state, slowing brain and body functions. Drinking alcohol can lead to alcoholism characterized by excessive and compulsive drinking. It is important to build resistance skills to avoid negative influences and temptation regarding substance use.

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    THE DANGERS OF

    ALCOHOL
    A colorless, bitter-tasting
    substance that humans
    have been consuming since
    the ancient times

    It comes from plants that


    underwent fermentation
    FERMENTATION
    The process of extracting
    alcohol from a plant or a fruit

    Example:
    • A beer is extracted from
    grains.
    • Wines are from grapes and
    other fruits.
    Ethyl alcohol
    • A type of alcohol produced synthetically.
    • Synthetic ethyl alcohol is not used in
    beverages, but you can feel its cooling
    presence in hand sanitizers and
    perfumes.

    Denatured alcohol
    • An ethyl alcohol that has been mixed
    with smelly, toxic, or nauseating
    substances called denaturants to keep
    people from drinking them.
    • They're used in cleaning and stain
    removal products.
    Isopropyl or isopropanol
    • Made from propylene gas.
    • It's similar to synthetic ethyl
    alcohol and is poisonous if
    consumed.
    • You'll find it listed on the
    ingredients of windshield washers
    and nail polish removers.

    Rubbing alcohol
    • An isopropyl alcohol diluted with
    water.
    Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) refers to the amount
    of alcohol present in the bloodstream.
    A BAC of 0.05% (point 0 five) means that there is 0.05 grams
    of alcohol in every 100 mL of blood.
    WHY IS ALCOHOL
    CONSIDERED A DRUG?
    Alcohol changes a person’s
    PHYSICAL and EMOTIONAL state.
    WHAT CLASSIFICATION
    OF DRUG IS ALCOHOL?
    Alcohol slows down the body
    systems so it is a DEPRESSANT.
    EFFECTS OF DEPRESSANTS
    • Slow brain function
    • Slowed pulse and breathing
    • Lowered blood pressure
    • Poor concentration
    • Confusion
    • Fatigue
    • Dizziness
    • Slurred speech
    • Sluggishness
    • Visual disturbances
    • Disorientation, lack of coordination
    • Addiction
    ALCOHOLISM
    Alcohol dependency characterized by
    excessive and compulsive drinking
    RESISTANCE SKILLS:
    These are ways on how to
    stay firm with your
    decision to not be
    negatively influenced by
    other people.

    These skills will also


    empower oneself and hold
    power over the
    temptation.
    ACTIVITY: HIGH FIVE!
    What are the things that
    you will consider before
    attempting to use harmful
    substances?

    List five (5) QUESTIONS


    that you will ask yourself.

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