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Science Worksheet 3
Short-term effects of alcohol on the body

Target age group: 11-16 year-olds

Structure: 1 written lesson

ICT opportunity: Internet research

Preparation: Download worksheet 3

Internet access to Talk About Alcohol website

Objectives

  • To show that the abuse of alcohol affects a person's health.
  • To show the short-term effects of alcohol on body functions.

Notes
Internet research could be done at home.


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Only a very small minority (14%) of 15–16 year olds get drunk regularly.

Sources: The Drug Use, Smoking and Drinking among young people in England 2008 report and The Chief Medical Officers Guidance for parents on underage drinking 2009
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