Drugs
What is drug abuse?
Intentionally using drugs for nonmedical purposes despite the negative side effects
Is alcohol a drug?
Yes it is
Where does tobacco come from?
a plant / leaf
What is inside a vape?
Nicotine
Metals
Carcinogens
Chemicals
Flavoring Chemicals
Formaldehyde
How many sisters does Mr. G have?
2
Intentionally using drugs in a way that is unhealthy or illegal is called
drug abuse
The consumption of excessive amounts of alcohol at one sitting is called
Binge Drinking
What is the addictive chemical found in tobacco?
Nicotine
What is a carcinogen?
any substance, organism or agent capable of causing cancer
What is the legal BAC limit when driving?
<.08
What are the two types of drugs? (where do you get them?)
Over the counter drugs
Prescription drugs
What are 3 factors that influence intoxication?
Age, Weight, Gender, Food supply, Health
Name three different ways and examples of how to use tobacco?
Smokeless, Smoked, Vaping
Vaping directly allows nicotine into your
brain or blood stream
What is the 3/3/3 rule?
a guide or plan on how to take the appropriate steps to quit an addictive habit
3 days / 3 weeks / 3 months
Intentionally taking medicine in the way that it is not perscribed is called
Medication Abuse
*Daily Double*
What is the name of a self-help organization that provides support and guidance for people with alcohol use disorder.
AA (Alcoholics Anonymous)
Smoking tobacco acts as which drug categorization?
both a stimulant and depressant
Vapes target your prefrontal cortex ... What is your prefrontal cortex in charge of?
part of the brain responsible for functions like impulse control and regulating your emotions
Spell the full word for "meth"
Methamphetamine
Taking an excessive amount of medication (more than is prescribed to you) can lead to an
Overdose
What is the name of the intoxicating agent found in alcohol?
Ethanol
Smoking increased a chemical in your brain called
Dopamine
What is the name of a serious and deadly lung condition that is only attained through vaping? (Acronym)
EVALI
Electronic Cigarette or Vaping Associated Lung Injury
Smokeless tobacco can lead to leukoplakia ... What is leukoplakia?
thick, painless white or gray patches that develop inside the mouth, typically on the tongue, gums, or inside of the cheeks