Broad Information
highly addictive and illegal substances
What are illicit drugs?
all types of illicit drugs have this quality
What is highly addictive?
the plant this drug comes from
What is the opium poppy plant?
True or False: this type of illicit drug is the most commonly used.
What is true?
True or False: this drug is extremely dangerous.
What is true?
the decision to use illicit drugs for the first time
What is a voluntary decision?
this type of illicit drug is often used for its euphoric effects
What are Opiates?
the amount of forms this drug comes in
the other name commonly used for this type of drug
What is weed?
this drug can cause users to be instantly ______
What is addicted?
changes the way a person’s brain works, and consequently, the way they think and act
What is an addiction to illicit drugs?
this type of illicit drug is used to calm anxiety and the nervous system, as well as help with depression
What are Depressants?
one of the types this drug comes in
What is a white or brownish powder?
What is euphoria?
the short-term effects of this drug
What are alertness and euphoria?
a physical dependence
What is the beginning of an illicit drug addiction?
this type of illicit drug speeds up the nervous system
one of the types this drug comes in
What is a black and sticky substance known as "black tar"?
these symptoms occur when the effects of this drug are coming to an end
What are drowsiness, a slowed reaction time to things around you, and an increased appetite?
the long-term effects of this drug
What are violent behavior and dental problems?