Using Medicines Safely
a substance other than food that changes the structure or function of the body or mind
Drug
A person who is drunk
Intoxicated
the use of a drug for nonmedical purposes
Drug Abuse
The cells that make up the nervous system
Neurons
are substances whose fumes are breathed in to produce mind-altering sensations
a drug that prevents or cures illness or eases its symptoms
Medicine
is an illness characterized by a physical and psychological need for alcohol.
Alcoholism
drugs that speed up the body’s functions
Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and the spinal cord?
Central Nervous System
are drugs that relieve pain and dull the senses
Narcotics
a medicine that can be used safely only with a doctor’s written permission.
Prescription Medicine
Excessive alcohol use can damage mainly which organ?
Liver
are drugs that slow down the body’s functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rates
Depressants
the command center, or coordinator, of the nervous system
Brain
willing to stand up for yourself in a firm but positive way
Assertive
medicines that you can buy without a doctor’s prescription
OTC, Over The Counter
is a drug created by a chemical reaction in some foods, especially fruits and grains
Alcohol
are strong stimulant drugs that speed up the nervous system
Amphetamines
Which part of the nervous system is made up of the nerves that connect the central nervous system to all parts of the body?
Peripheral Nervous System
Doctors sometimes prescribe depressants called to treat patients who are experiencing anxiety, muscle spasms, or sleeplessness.
reactions to medicines other than the ones intended
Side effects
scarring and destruction of liver tissue, and liver cancer
Cirrhosis
drugs that distort moods, thoughts, and senses
Hallucinogens
is a long bundle of neurons that relays messages to and from the brain and all parts of the body
Spinal Cord
Ecstasy (X, MDMA), GHB (G,
liquid Ecstasy), Rohypnol
(Roofie), Ketamine (special K,
vitamin K) are ALL examples of what type of drug?