Vocab
Stimulant found in tobacco leaves
Nicotine
_____ contain nicotine, a highly addictive substance.
Cigarettes
Name 1 Short-term health effects of drug use we talked about
Withdrawal from drug use triggers a challenging phase known as a "crash," involving both physical and emotional symptoms
Anxiety, panic attacks, being paranoid, hallucinating, individuals may feel an intense and uncontrollable fear
Introduces various chemical changes in the brain, that disrupts the delicate balance that regulates mood
FDA stands for?
Food and Drug Administration
Only legal substances are not addictive
Cap
Legal substances, including alcohol and prescription medications, can be addictive if misused.
A sticky, thick dark, cilia destroying fluid produced by burning tobacco
Tar
Using legal or illegal substances in ways that can harm your health or well-being
Drug Use
How do people use and misuse OTC Medicine? Name one
Taking medicine in a way or dose other than directed on the package
Taking medicine for the effect it causes- for example, to get high
Mixing OTC medicines together to create new product
These chemicals cause you to see, hear, and feel things that are not real
hallucinations
Once someone is addicted to a substance, they can easily quit if they are determined enough.
Cap,
Overcoming addiction is a complex process that often requires professional help, and determination alone may not be sufficient.
A plant with leaves that have high levels of the addictive chemical nicotine
Tobacco
Chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences
Addiction
Medicines can be delivered in many ways, such as: Name 3 ways
Liquids that are swallowed
Drops that are put into ears or eyes
Creams/gels, or ointments that are rubbed onto the skin
Inhalers (like nasal sprays or asthma inhalers)
Name 2 types of Smokeless tobacco
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The tar in cigarettes is a major contributor to respiratory problems associated with smoking.
Fact:Tar in cigarettes is linked to respiratory issues and is a major factor in smoking-related health problems.
Deprives the body cells of oxygen and creates other circulatory problems
Carbon monoxide
Includes strategies used to say ''no'' when an individual is pressured to do something that they do not want to do
Refusal skills
Name 2 ways to help others not use tobacco
Try nicotine replacement
Avoid triggers
Go outside
Name 2 drug addiction symptoms
Having intense urges for the drug that block out any other thoughts
Spending money on the drug, even though you can't afford it
Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn't do, such as stealing
Not meeting obligations or responsibilities, or cutting back on social or recreational activities because of drug use
Crushing or breaking a tablet is always safe and does not affect the efficacy of the medication.
Crushing or breaking a tablet can alter the drug's absorption rate and may lead to unintended side effects. Always consult with a healthcare professional before altering the form of a medication.
What is secondhand smoke?
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What does CCO stand for?
Clear, Confidence, Offer
Typical marijuana plants contain more than ____ chemicals, including about 60 that can interact with the body's nervous system. Marijuana also can be contaminated with mold, insecticides or other chemicals.
A) 100 B)350 C) 400 D) 300
C
Name 3 Long-term health effects of drug use
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The term "gateway drug" suggests that using one substance may lead to the use of more dangerous substances
Fact: The concept of a "gateway drug" suggests that using certain substances may increase the risk of trying more harmful drugs