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Chapter 9Alcohol
Lesson 5Saying No to Alcohol Use
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refusal skills Strategies that help you say no effectively
A series of painful physical and mental symptoms associated with recovery from anaddictive substance
withdrawal
In this lesson, you will be able to
identify reasons not to use alcohol.
list some alternatives to drinking alcohol.
explain how to get help for alcohol use.
apply refusal skills to avoid alcohol use
Read
Look at the headings in this
lesson. For each of the major
headings, write one sentence
that states the main idea.
Main Headings in this Lesson
• Reasons to Refuse Alcohol
• How to Say No to Alcohol Use
• Getting Help for Alcohol Abuse
• Healthy Alternatives
Reasons to Refuse Alcohol
IncreasedSelf-Respect
HighSelf-Esteem
Good Friendships
Better Relationships
with Your Family
Control Over Your Life
Maintaining a High Level of
Wellness
A Bright Future
How to Say No to Alcohol Use
Use refusal skills to help you avoid situations where alcohol use is taking place.
refusal skills Strategies that help you say no effectively
How to Say No to Alcohol Use
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Say no firmly.
Tell why not.
Offer another idea.
Promptly leave.
Respect
Choosing to be alcohol free shows that you respect
yourself. Create a pledge list that lists your reasons for
choosing to avoid alcohol. Sign and date your pledge.
Getting Help for Alcohol Abuse
Some alcoholics may not want to quit using alcohol because they are afraid of going through withdrawal.
withdrawal A series of painful physical and mental symptoms associated with recovery from an addictive substance
Getting Help for Alcohol Abuse
Sources of help for yourself, a friend, or a family member who has an alcohol problem include:
Parent, teacher, religious leader, or school counselor
Support groups or alcohol treatment centers
Healthy Alternatives
Join a club or sports group at school.
Volunteer at a local organization, such as a food bank or animal shelter.
Start a hobby that you can share with your friends.
Remember: Alcohol will never help you reach your goals.
Thinking Critically
Apply What is the most important reason for a teento be alcohol free?
Lesson 5 Review
Thinking Critically
Hypothesize How might you be affected if one of yourclose friends developed and alcohol problem?Explain your answer.
Lesson 5 Review
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