Decision Making
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- Nicole's friends are external influences...
- Nicole it's your turn to take a shot!
- I'll join you guys in a minute
- Nicole knows that the ethanol in alcohol causes hangover symptoms like dehydration, nausea, tiredness, anxiety, stomach pains, and more the following morning.
- OPTION 1
- I can take a shot and hope I will be fine for my soccer game tomorrow morning...
- PROS:- I will fit in- My new friends will like me- It could be fun- I have a ride home from a friend's parent, so I don't need to worry about drivingCONS:- I could be hungover at soccer tomorrow-I don't want to face the dangers of alcohol like impaired decision making, loss of balance, impaired memory, slurred speech, or even alcohol poisoning if my BAC gets too high!- Underage drinking is illegal
- Nicole's soccer game is an external influence on her decision. Her knowledge of alcohol and desire to fit in are internal influences...
- OPTION 2
- I can drink and then skip soccer tomorrow morning...
- PROS:-I will fit in-My new friends will like me -It could be fun- I won't have to wake up early- I have a safe ride homeCONS: - I would be letting down my team- I could face the previously mentioned dangers of alcohol- Underage drinking is illegal
- OPTION 3
- After analyzing the pros and cons of each decision, Nicole understands that the healthiest choice is option 3.
- I can say no to drinking...
- PROS:- I won't face the possible risks of drinking - I will be prepared and well rested for my soccer game tomorrow (I won't be hungover)- I won't be engaging in illegal activityCONS:- What if my new friends don't like me?- I don't want to feel left out
- Oh well! More for us I guess!
- I actually think I'm gonna pass on drinking for tonight- I have big soccer game tomorrow morning. I hope that's okay with you guys!
- Don't worry about it!
- Since Nicole did not drink and slept well last night, she is playing great at her game!
- Nicole, you are playing great today!
- AT THE SOCCER GAME...
- Thanks coach!
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