Drug Abuse and Addiction
True or False
Addiction is described as chronic, relapsing brain disease that is characterized by compulsive drug seeking AND use, despite harmful consequences.
True
What is the most complex organ of the human body?
The Brain
Those suffering from addiction often have one or more medical issues that occur as well. True or False?
True
What is a risk factor?
Something that increases risk
What is a protective factor from Substance Use Disorders?
Somethings that reduces the likelihood developing a Substance Use Disorder.
Drugs change the brain's:
A) Structure
B) Function
C) Both
C) Both
On average, how much does the brain weigh?
A) Less than one pound
B) 2 Pounds
C) 3 pounds
3 pounds
You will always notice drug's effect on physical health immediately.
True or False?
False
If there is a family history of drug use, your risk for a substance use disorder is....
Increased
Having access to the following resources such as_____ can reduce the likelihood of addiction:
A) Spiritual/Religious communities
B) Involvement in sports or other activities
C) Schooling
D)All of the above
All of the above
Name at least 3 reasons people use drugs
To feel better (stress, depression, etc)
To feel good (socially, pleasure, relaxation)
Curiosity (peer pressure, seeking a thrill, etc)
Fear of withdrawal
The part of the brain that enables us to make thoughtful decisions, assess situations, and keep our emotions under control, is completed during which stage of life:
A) Childhood (up to 12 years)
B) Adolescence (13-19)
C) Young adulthood (20-25)
D) None of the above
Young adulthood
Name 3 diseases or illnesses that can result from drug use
Hepatitis
Heart disease
Obesity
Mental health
HIV
Cancer
Stroke
Experiencing poverty as a child increases your risk of developing a substance use disorder.
True or False
True
Name at least 2 protective factors from developing a Substance Use Disorder.
Minimal exposure to drugs
Supportive family and friends
Exposure to positive influences
Good academic performance
Which class of drug greatly amplifies sensations within the brain (i.e the difference between someone whispering vs. shouting into a microphone)
A) Amphetamines (Crystal Meth, ADHD medications)
B) Cocaine
C) Marijuana
D) A and B
E) All of the above
A and B
True or False: The Brain has the most neurotransmitter receptors in the body?
False - The stomach and GI tract have more neurotransmitter reception sites.
Drug addiction can:
A) Cause mental health issues
B) Develop because of pre-existing mental health issues
C) Does not effect mental health issues
D) A and B
D) A and B
During younger childhood (up to age 12), what is the most important influence?
A) Friends
B) Home/Family
C) Sports and other activities
D) Good sleep
Home/Family
Support meetings, hobbies, healthy habits
What are things that can increase protective factors?
Drugs of abuse target the brain's reward system by flooding the circuit with
A) Dopamine
B) Acetylcholine
C) Norepihephrine
D) All of the above
Dopamine
Name 3 reasons that can influence whether or not a person becomes addicted
Genetics (family history
Age
Environmental factors (neighborhood, friends)
Gender/ethinicity
Name 3 specific areas of the body that can be affected by drug use
Mouth
Liver
Throat
Lungs
Skin
Kidney
Bladder
Heart
Brain
What influences teen's decision making the greatest?
A) Family
B) Friends
C) School
D) Experience
Friends
Creating a stable home life, discussing substance use, and remaining sober.
What are things you can do to increase your children's protective factors against future substance use?