Drug types
Name a type of drug that is considered a depressant
Alcohol, opioids, sedatives
What substance is in marijuana that causes addiction? (You can abbreviate)
THC
What's the first step of addiction?
Experimenting
Why is there a 21+ age limit for purchasing alcohol and marijuana?
What are the three categories of drugs?
Depressant, Stimulant, Hallucinogen
Name 3 reasons why teenagers drink
boredom, peer pressure, to fit in, forgetting about problems, feeling rebellious, family history
Describe 3 nicotine addiction side effects
Describe 3 signs that someone is addicted
Feelings that you have to use the drug regularly, Overtime, needing more of the drug to get the same effect, Taking larger amounts over a period of time, Spending money on the drug even if you can’t afford it, Not meeting obligations and work responsibilities, Cutting back on social life, Doing things to get the drug that you wouldn’t normally do such as stealing, Experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you attempt to stop the drug
How many oz of marijuana is legal for purchasing?
24
Name 2 stimulants
Cocaine, caffeine, nicotine, meth, Adderall
What disease is it where a mother drinks while pregnant?
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
What substance is in vape/cigarette that causes addicton?
Nicotine
Describe 3 withdrawal symptoms that an addict may experience
Nausea, vomiting, headaches, high temperature, chills, heart racing, sweating, shaking, shivering, depression
Up to how many years do you go to prison for if you get caught with a fake ID?
Up to 7 years
What is the "date rape" drug called?
Rohypnol
What ingredient is in alcohol?
Ethanol
What plant does marijuana come from?
Cannibus
What are some steps you would take if YOU realized you were addicted to a substsance
Reach out to someone you trust, attempt rehab or group therapy, call the hotline, discover the reason why you turned to substances
Another term for opioid
Narcotic
Dilation of pupils, confusion, trouble concentrating, headache, fast heart beat, high blood pressure, sweating, chills, anxiety, comedown, euphoria, distorting sight and sound, loss of appetite, disturbed sleep pattern
Your at a party and your friend has alcohol poisoning. Describe all the steps you would take?
Call 911, keep them awake, provide water, keep them warm, recovery position if vomiting,
What's the range that THC stay in your system after 1 smoke of marijuana?
5-8 days
What word is associated with the last 4 digits of the addiction hotline?
HELP
Paying fines, attending drug/alcohol education, mandatory community service work