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health chapter9(DMS)
7th grade health chapter 9 vocabulary words
Question | Answer |
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Alcohol | a drug created by a chemical reaction in some foods, especially fruits and grains |
intoxicated | being drunk |
Blood alcohol concentration ( BAC ) | the amount of alcohol in the blood |
cirrhosis | the scarring of the destruction of the liver tissue |
ulcer | an open sore in the stomach lining |
alcohol abuse | using alcohol in a ways that are unhealthy, illegal, or both |
alcoholism | a disease in which a person has a physical and physiological need for alcohol |
neurons | cells that make up the nervous system |
central nervous system | made up of the brain and the spinal cord |
peripheral nervous system | the nerves that connect the central nervous system to all parts of the body |
brain | the command center, or coordinator, of the nervous system |
spinal cord | long bundle of neurons that sends messages to and from the brain and all parts of the body |
bridge drinking | consumption of several alcoholic drinks in a short period of time |
minor | a person under the age of 18 |
violence | an act of physical force resulting in injury or abuse |
refusal skills | strategies that help you say no effectively |
drug | a substance other than food that changes the structure or function of the body or mind |
over-the-counter | found on the shelves of local pharmacies or grocery stores |
drug misuse | taking or using medicine in a way that is not intended |
drug abuse | intentionally using drugs in a way that is unhealthful or illegal |
overdose | taking more of a drug than the body con tolerate |
prescription drugs | drugs prescribed by a doctor |
stimulants | a drug that speeds up the bodies function |
amphetamines | strong stimulant drugs that speed up the nervous system |
depressants | drugs that slow down the bodies function and reactions, including heart and breathing rates |
club drugs | illegal drugs that are found mostly in nightclubs or at all-night dance parties called raves |
narcotics | drugs that get rid of pain and dull the senses |
hallucinogens | drugs that distort moods, thoughts, and senses |
inhalants | vapors of chemicals that are sniffed or inhaled to get high |
drug-free zone | 1000 yard distance around a school were anyone caught with drugs can be arrested |
drug possession | when a person has or keeps illegal drugs |
probation | a set period of time during which a person who has been arrested must check in regularly with a court officer |
alternative | another way of thinking or acting |
assertive | willing to stand up for yourself in a firm but positive way |