Substance Knowledge
This depressant is the most commonly used addictive substance in the U.S and Canada?
What is alcohol?
This term refers to having 2+ standard drinks an hour, or having more than 5 standard drinks at a time.
What is binge drinking?
For safer drinking, it's important not to mix alcohol with other substances, including this commonly used drug.
What is cannabis?
The most common psychoactive component of cannabis. This chemical is what produces the mental "high" that is often associated with cannabis.
What is THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
This approach involves implementing strategies aimed at minimizing the risks and negative outcomes associated with substance use.
What is harm reduction?
This class of substances, often prescribed for pain relief, can lead to dependence and addiction if misused.
What are opioids?
This term describes the psychological phenomenon where individuals binge drink to cope with stress or emotional pain, often leading to a cycle of dependency.
What is alcohol use disorder?
This simple rule of thumb recommends drinking no more than one alcoholic drink per hour to allow your body to process the alcohol.
This is a non-psychoactive component of cannabis that is known to produce calming effects and is often used for pain relief and reducing anxiety.
What is CBD (cannabidiol)
This term refers to a period of alcohol-induced amnesia, where the individual cannot recall events that occurred while intoxicated.
What is a blackout?
This substance, commonly found in coffee and energy drinks, is a stimulant that can lead to increased heart rate and anxiety when consumed in excess.
What is caffeine?
These activities, common at parties, can lead to rapid and unsafe consumption of alcohol.
What are drinking games?
To maintain a safer pace while drinking, it’s recommended to limit consumption to this many standard drinks per hour.
What is one standard drink?
This method of consuming cannabis allows for the cannabinoids to enter the bloodstream quickly through the lungs, providing immediate effects.
What is smoking or vaping?
This term describes the practice of using both cannabis and alcohol simultaneously over a lifetime
What is concurrent usage?
This drug, often used to treat opioid overdose, is an opioid antagonist that rapidly reverses its effects.
What is naloxone?
These warning signs, including cold clammy skin, vomiting, slow or irregular breathing, and unconsciousness, indicate a potentially life-threatening reaction to excessive alcohol consumption.
What are the symptoms of alcohol poisoning?
Being aware of your surroundings and your body while consuming alcohol is part of this practice that encourages responsible choices.
What is mindful drinking?
This section of a cannabis product package, typically found in a yellow box, provides information about the duration of the product's effects and serves as a health warning for consumers.
What is the health warning?
This is the term for the measurement of alcohol in your bloodstream, and it determines your level of intoxication.
What is Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)?
This psychoactive compound in magic mushrooms is known for its hallucinogenic properties.
What is psilocybin?
This simple test involves asking someone to remember three words, then checking if they can recall them after 5 minutes to assess for alcohol-induced memory loss.
What is the three-word game? (test for blackouts)
For safer alcohol consumption, the maximum number of drinks recommended during a single occasion is this, depending on your size and how much you've eaten that day.
What is 4-5 drinks?
This symbol must be displayed on all cannabis products containing more than 10 micrograms per gram of THC, indicating standardized labeling for consumers.
What is the standardized cannabis symbol?
This neurotransmitter is primarily affected by stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine, leading to heightened feelings of pleasure and energy
What is dopamine?