Avoiding Alcohol And Other Drugs  Understand the risk. Teens are still growing and developing.  Especially the brain. May cause mental, emotional, physical and social harm.

Avoiding Alcohol And Other Drugs  Physical risks associated with drugs and alcohol. Reduced strength Low energy levels Slowed reflexes Loss of physical coordination Difficulty walking, running, dancing and playing sports. Muscle cramps Decreased endurance

Avoiding Alcohol And Other Drugs  Risk to the unborn. Fetal alcohol syndrome Born addicted to drugs. Born with HIV, needle users Developmental delays Learning disabilities

Avoiding Alcohol And Other Drugs  Mental and emotional risks Addiction Communication troubles Depression Lack of concentration Anxiety Loss of inhibitions Loss of memory

Avoiding Alcohol And Other Drugs Anger Confusion Suicide Poor judgment