Yes. Tobacco contains the drug nicotine, which is highly addictive to users. 35% - 50% of people who experiment with tobacco become regular users.
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Is it legal for a parent to give you alcohol or legal drugs if you are not yet of age?
No. You must meet the age requirements to legally consume legal drugs or alcohol.
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Name three examples of alcoholic beverages.
Beer, wine, and hard liquor such as vodka, rum, and tequila
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What are two common terms for marijuana?
Weed, pot, joints, mary janes, blunts, and dope.
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What is Ritalin?
Ritalin is a prescription drug that stimulates the central nervous system. It prescribed to treat patients with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) for hyperactivity and impulse control. People without ADD abuse this drug to focus.
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What products contain tobacco?
Tobacco is in products like cigarettes, chewing tobacco, and cigars.
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What is the legal drinking age?
21 years or older
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Does one shot of vodka (1.5oz) contain the same amount of alcohol as one glass of wine (5oz)?
Yes. One shot of vodka and one glass of wine also contains the same amount of alcohol as one bottle of beer (12 oz)
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How do people commonly take marijuana?
By inhaling the smoke. Marijuana is smoked in the form of a hand-rolled cigarette (called a joint), in a pipe, or water pipe (also known as a bong).
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Name three negative effects of energy drinks.
Effects can be an increase in blood pressure and heart rate, jitteriness, dehydration, insomnia, irritability, increased anxiety, mainly because energy drinks contain large amounts of caffeine.
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Name three examples of long-term effects of smoking cigarettes.
Tobacco use can cause damage to your lungs and heart, which can result in respiratory conditions such as a sore throat, chronic coughs, bronchitis, and emphysema. Smoking is also a leading cause of cancer.
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What is the legal age for purchasing tobacco?
18 years old
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Name three possible symptoms of being drunk.
Slurred speech, euphoria, impaired balance, loss of muscle coordination, flushed face, reddened eyes, reduced inhibition, and erratic behavior.
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What part of your body does marijuana directly impact?
Your brain. Marijuana contains the chemical THC, which effects the receptors in the brain that control memory, thought, concentration, time and depth, and coordinated movement.
300
An extra strength 5-hour energy shot contains as much caffeine as ___ ounces of coffee.
An extra strength 5- hour energy shot contains as much caffeine as 12 ounces of coffee.
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What is the primary drug contained in tobacco?
Nicotine.
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What is the punishment for drinking and driving for minors in Massachusetts?
License suspension. Individuals under 18 who are caught drinking and driving, regardless of whether they are physically impaired, will get their license suspended for 1 year.
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Name three effects of alcohol poisoning.
An individual gets alcohol poisoning after drinking too much alcohol. Effects of alcohol poisoning can include confusion, vomiting, dangerous anger, seizures, slow breathing, pale bluish skin, and cold/clammy skin.
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Is marijuana a legal drug?
No, HOWEVER in some states marijuana can be used legally when prescribed to a patient by a doctor for medical reasons.
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Is caffeine a drug?
Yes. Caffeine is defined as a drug because it stimulates the central nervous system, causing increased alertness, caffeine gives most people a temporary energy boost, and elevates mood.