TA – 40 – Think Ahead – Exit strategy: plan ahead
Exit strategy: plan aheadYou may find yourself in a situation where drugs and alcohol are around and possibly being offered. Peer pressure and stress from the situation can make it difficult to know what to do in the moment. It helps to plan ahead so you feel ready to respond in these situations.
TA – 39 – True or false: The risks for each substance stay the same whether taken on their own, or together.
True or false: The risks for each substance stay the same whether taken on their own, or together.
TA – 38 – Think Ahead – Mixing alcohol and opioids significantly increases the risk of a fatal overdose
Mixing alcohol and opioids significantly increases the risk of a fatal overdose because it slows down the brain’s activity areas that control breathing. A person may stop breathing. Mixing alcohol with any illegal drug is especially dangerous because you never know exactly what’s in that illegal drug.
TA – 37 – Think Ahead – Mixing substances can result in serious health problems
Mixing substances can result in serious health problems including damage to the brain, heart and liver, seizures, heart attack, and stroke. Mixing stimulants (like ADHD medication) and depressants (alcohol or cannabis) is dangerous because the results are unpredictable. The effects don’t cancel each other out. Mixing alcohol and cannabis (both depressants) together can result in […]
TA – 36 – Think Ahead – General Risks of mixing substances
General Risks of mixing substances Combining two or more substances is especially risky because the effects on the brain and body are unpredictable and can lead to severe intoxication, poisoning, drug overdose and, in some cases, death.
TA – 35 – Think Ahead – If someone shows signs of an opioid overdose:
If someone shows signs of an opioid overdose: Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number. Administer naloxone, even if you are unsure of the drugs taken. If there’s no response within 2-3 minutes, give another dose. Stay with the person until help arrives. Carry a naloxone kit. It can save someone’s life in case of […]
TA – 34 – Think Ahead – Naloxone
Naloxone Naloxone is a fast-acting medication used to temporarily reverse the effects of opioid overdoses. Naloxone is safe for all ages. It is easy to administer. In Canada, 2 types of take-home kits are available: Naloxone nasal spray is sprayed directly into the nose, where it is absorbed. Naloxone injectable is injected into any muscle […]
TA – 33 – Think Ahead – Opioids
Opioids Do you know what the symptoms of an opioid overdose are? Signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose can include: Extreme drowsiness Choking, gurgling or snoring sounds Slow, weak or no breathing Inability to wake up, even when shaken or shouted at
TA – 32 – Think Ahead – Opioids
Opioids Do you know what the symptoms of an opioid overdose are? Signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose can include: Difficulty walking, talking, or staying awake Blue or grey lips or nails Very small pupils Cold and clammy skin Dizziness and confusion
TA – 6 – Think Back
Think backSubstances like alcohol, cannabis, opioids or other drugs may be around you: at home or in a social setting, when hanging out with friends.
