This program presents information about the use and abuse of
alcohol and how it affects a persons body and brain. Designed
specifically for young learners, the program provides students with
simple illustrations of how alcohol can negatively affect normal body
functions. After viewing this program, children will come to
understand that alcohol is a drug that can be very addictive. They
will also come to understand that even though alcohol is legal for
adults, it is not legal for younger people because of its harmful
effects on a developing body and brain. Learning Objectives: After
viewing this program, children will: understand alcohol is a drug
that can be addictive learn that alcohol is legal to consume for
adults 21 years of age and up understand the short term effects of
alcohol learn that the long term abuse of alcohol can lead to many
kinds of disease recognize that alcoholism negatively impacts
individuals, families and communities.
