TA – 26 – Alcohol
Alcohol Drinking too much alcohol too quickly can be dangerous. If a person drinks alcohol too quickly, they may not feel the effects right away and drink more. Sugary drinks can mask the taste of alcohol, but the effects and risks remain.
TA – 25 – Quiz – What do you do if a person is showing signs of alcohol poisoning?
What do you do if a person is showing signs of alcohol poisoning?
TA – 24 – Symptoms of alcohol intoxication
Severe intoxication can lead to alcohol poisoning. A helpful acronym for remembering common symptoms of alcohol poisoning is CUPS: Cold and sweaty skin Unconscious Puking Slow or irregular breathing and heart rate
TA – 23 – Symptoms of alcohol intoxication
Symptoms of alcohol intoxication: Impulsive behaviour Impaired attention, concentration, memory and judgement Drowsiness, slurred speech, slowed reaction time, blurred vision Aggressiveness and violent behaviour Flushed skin (red or darker appearance) Nausea and vomiting
TA – 22 – Alcohol
AlcoholAny amount of alcohol can affect your judgment and increase the chances of risky situations, like mixing other substances, binge-drinking, making unsafe choices, getting hurt, or harming someone else. Drinking too much alcohol can lead to intoxication. Severe intoxication can lead to alcohol poisoning, which is a medical emergency.
TA – 21 – Cannabis
Some types of cannabis take effect faster than others. Smoking or vaping can be felt within seconds to minutes, but it can take up to 4 hours to feel the full effects of edibles. The higher the THC, the higher the risk of experiencing harms. Learn more about the risks relatedto cannabis use here.
TA – 20 – Cannabis
Cannabis smoke contains many of the same harmful chemicals found in tobacco smoke. Breathing cannabis smoke or vapour in deeply or holding the breath can harm the lungs even more.
TA – 19 – Cannabis
Cannabis The way cannabis is used matters. Each method carries its own risks, and all can harm your mental and physical health. Cannabis that is inhaled (smoking or vaping) has the highest levels of THC and risk. Smoking or vaping also increases the risk of becoming dependent.
TA – 18 – Quiz – Can you name symptoms of cannabis poisoning?
Can you name the symptoms of cannabis poisoning? Select any that apply.
TA – 17 – Cannabis
CannabisHave you heard of the term Greening Out? This refers to cannabis poisoning, which can happen when someone takes too much cannabis. Cannabis poisoning can be very unpleasant and potentially dangerous, sometimes requiring emergency medical attention and, in some cases, hospitalization.
