Myth Vs Fact
Most middle school students use drugs regularly.
A. Myth
B. Fact
C. Depends on the mood
D. Unknown
A. Myth
Many young people actually choose not to use drugs. Sometimes students think "everyone is doing it," but that perception is often inaccurate. Understanding this can reduce peer pressure.
Jordan is stressed about exams. Someone offers a pill that was not prescribed to him and says it will help him focus. What should Jordan do?
A. Take half the pill.
B. Take it just once.
C. Ask a trusted adult or someone they trust for help managing stress.
D. Save it for later.
C. Ask a trusted adult or someone they trust for help managing stress.
Stress is real, but using someone else's medication is risky. Healthier options include talking with adults, creating a study plan, and practicing stress-management skills.
Which factor best protects young people from risky behaviors?
A. Strong relationships with trusted adults
B. More followers on social media
C. Keeping problems secret
D. Avoiding activities
Supportive adults provide guidance, accountability, and encouragement during difficult situations.
This drug comes from the cannabis plant and is commonly known as weed or pot.
What is Marijuana.
Marijuana contains chemicals that affect the brain and can alter mood, memory, coordination, and judgment.
This medical term refers to the body's and brain's strong need for a substance despite negative consequences.
What is addiction?
Addiction can affect a person's ability to control substance use and can impact health, school, relationships, and daily life.
Prescription drugs are safe for everyone because doctors prescribe them.
A. Fact
B. Myth.
C. Only for adults.
D. Only for athletes.
B. Myth.
Prescription medicines are prescribed for a specific person's health condition, age, and dosage needs. Taking someone else's medication can be dangerous.
Maya finds a vaping device on the school bus. What should she do?
A. Turn it to a trusted adult.
B. Keep it.
C. Take it home.
D. Toss it.
A. Turn it to a trust adult.
Students should avoid handling or experimenting with unknown devices. Reporting it to a responsible adult protects everyone.
Which response is the healthiest way to deal with long-term stress?
A. Avoid responsibilities
B. Talk to trusted adults and develop a plan
C. Keep everything bottled up
D. Pretend nothing is wrong
B. Talk to trusted adults and develop a plan
Healthy coping involves solving problems, seeking support, and managing emotions constructively.
This type of drug speeds up messages between the brain and body, making a person feel more alert or energetic.
What is a stimulant?
This three-letter abbreviation is the primary psychoactive chemical found in marijuana.
What is THC?
THC stands for tetrahydrocannabinol. It is responsible for many of marijuana's mind-altering effects.
Peer pressure can sometimes be positive.
A. Fact.
B. Myth
C. Only At School
D. Only Online.
A. Fact
Peer pressure is not always negative. Friends can encourage healthy choices like studying, playing sports, or avoiding risky behaviors.
Sam's cousin offers him medication for a headache. Sam doesn't know what it is. What is the best choice?
A. Take one pill.
B. Take Half.
C. Ask a parent or guardian first.
D. Reject it.
C. Ask a parent or guardian first AS WELL D. Reject it.
Never take medication unless you know what it is and a trusted adult approves. Different people may have allergies or medical conditions.
You can also just say no.
Why is practicing refusal skills before a situation happens important?
A. It makes saying no easier under pressure
B. It impresses friends
C. It guarantees problems never happen
D. It avoids responsibility
A. It makes saying no easier under pressure
When students rehearse responses ahead of time, they are more likely to use them in real situations.
This type of drug slows activity in the brain and body and may cause relaxation or drowsiness.
What is a depressant?
Depressants slow down the central nervous system and can affect reaction time and judgment.
This medical term describes symptoms that occur when a person suddenly stops using a substance their body has become dependent on.
What is withdrawal?
Withdrawal symptoms can vary depending on the substance and may include physical or emotional discomfort.
Vaping only affects the lungs and has no effect on the brain.
A. Fact
B. Myth
C. Only for teens
D. Depends on the flavor.
B. Myth
Many substances can affect multiple parts of the body, including the brain. The brain is still developing during adolescence.
A friend says they are being pressured to vape at a party. What is the best response?
A. Ignore the situation.
B. Help them practice saying no.
C. Tell on everyone.
D. Challenge everyone immediately
B. Help them practice saying no.
Practicing responses ahead of time helps people stay confident when facing pressure.
Research shows that some factors make young people less likely to engage in risky behaviors. Which of the following is considered the strongest protective factor?
A. Having expensive hobbies
B. Having strong relationships with trusted adults
C. Living near a school
D. Owning a cell phone
B. Having strong relationships with trusted adults
Strong relationships with parents, guardians, teachers, coaches, counselors, and mentors help young people make healthy decisions. Trusted adults provide guidance, support, and accountability.
What is the name of the drug that can cause slurred speeches, dizziness, and temporary blackouts?
What is NOZ or Laughing Gas or Galaxy Gas.
NOZ is a type of inhalant drug that is most common to teens. NOZ causes slurred speeches, dizziness and temporary blackouts. Over time it impairs your memory, lungs and can cause bone marrow damage.
This term means "difficulty breathing" and can be a warning sign of asthma, allergic reaction, or another medical emergency?
What is dyspnea?
Dyspnea means shortness of breath, the feeling that you can’t get enough air into your lungs. It can happen due to heart or lung conditions, and sometimes due to issues like anxiety, lack of physical activity, or being at high altitude.
Asking for help is a sign of weakness.
A. Fact.
B. Myth.
C. Sometimes
D. Only for adults.
B. Myth
Asking for help is actually a sign of strength and maturity. Everyone needs support at times.
You notice a classmate suddenly becoming withdrawn and avoiding friends. What should you do?
A. Make joke about it.
B. Ignore it.
C. Encourage them to talk to someone they trust or even an adult.
D. Post it online.
C. Encourage them to talk to someone they trust or even an adult.
Students should not try to solve serious issues alone. Connecting someone with trusted support is often the best way to help.
A student wants to fit in with a new group of friends. The group occasionally pressures others to make unsafe choices. Which decision-making strategy is most likely to lead to the best long-term outcome?
A. Going along with the group to avoid being left out
B. Avoiding all social situations
C. Thinking about consequences, personal values, and seeking advice from trusted adults
D. Waiting for someone else to decide
C. Thinking about consequences, personal values, and seeking advice from trusted adults
Good decision-making involves considering consequences, understanding personal values, and seeking advice when needed. Healthy choices are often easier when students think beyond the immediate moment.
This powerful drug category includes substances such as heroin and fentanyl, which can affect pain signals in the brain and carry a high risk of overdose.
What are opioids?
Opioids are used medically for pain management, but misuse can be extremely dangerous because they can slow breathing and increase overdose risk.
This medical term describes needing larger amounts of a substance over time to achieve the same effect.
What is Tolerance?
Tolerance can develop when the body adapts to a substance, making the original amount less effective than before.