Tobacco, Nicotine and Vaping
Approximately how many chemicals does a person inhale when they smoke a cigarette?
7,000
At what Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) level are people considered legally impaired or drunk?
.08
"I'm just trying it."
Experimentation
Which cannabinoid is primarily responsible for the "high" feeling associated with marijuana?
THC
This is the most important first step a person can take when they realize they need help with a substance use problem.
Asking for help / admitting you have an issue.
The specific chemical found in tobacco and vaping products that causes addiction is called __________.
Nicotine
True or False: When trying to quit alcohol, an effective strategy is to slowly reduce the amount of alcohol you consume over time rather than stopping.
True
Physical and psychological need for a substance despite negative effects; withdrawal symptoms appear when stopping.
Addiction
What is one potential effect of high doses of THC?
Hallucinations
A free, easy-to-remember three-digit number you can call in an emergency, like an overdose or severe medical crisis.
911
Exposure to secondhand smoke cause this in children.
Asthma Attacks
The first step in recovering from an alcohol-use disorder is called __________.
Detoxification
The body gets used to a substance and requires more to achieve the original effect.
Tolerance
True or False: Increased alertness and improved coordination are potential effects of high doses of THC.
False
The popular model of addiction treatment often summarized by the 12 steps, which encourages sponsorship and peer support
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Smoking-related damage to which body part contributes to the development of chronic respiratory diseases?
Lungs
List three distinct ways you could refuse alcohol from a friend
Say "no" firmly
Leave the situation
Suggest an alternative activity
Slowly increasing the number of times a substance is used per week, developing a pattern.
Regular Use
Adolescent marijuana use is linked to an increased risk of ________________.
Addiction
The phrase for a commitment to living a life without using drugs or alcohol after a period of substance abuse.
Sobriety
When a young person copies celebrities or actors seen smoking on TV, what type of influence is this called?
Media Messages
You see a group of students at a party. One student has passed out and cannot be woken up. Their skin feels cold to the touch and their breathing is very slow. Based on these symptoms, what condition should you suspect?
Alchohol Poisoning
The body needs the addictive substance to function normally physically and psychologically.
Dependence
True or False. Frequent use can increase the risk of anxiety and depression or worsen symptoms.
True
The term for an individual who is specifically trained to listen and give support to people struggling with addiction or mental health issues.
School Counselor / Therapist