What is a drug?
A substance that changes the structure or function of the body or mind.
A disease in which drug users feel they cannot stop taking a drug. The person is dependent on a chemical substance that is very difficult and painful to quit.
Addiction
Drugs that slow down the body's functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rate.
Depressants
A chemical substance found in drinks such as beer, wine, and liquor.
alcohol
In the state of New Jersey, how old do you have to be to LEGALLY buy and use tobacco?
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A medicine that is found on the shelves of a local grocery store or pharmacy.
The unpleasant physical and mental symptoms a person has when they suddenly stop or cut back on their use of an addictive substance.
Withdrawal
A drug that speeds up the body's functions.
Stimulant
A chronic disease in which a person craves drinks that contain alcohol and is unable to control their drinking.
alcoholism
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Taking or using medicine in a way that is not intended.
Drug Misuse
The body's need for larger and larger amounts of a drug to produce the same effect.
Tolerance
Strong stimulant drugs that speed up the nervous system.
Amphetamines
The percentage of alcohol in your blood.
BAC - Blood Alcohol Content
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Intentionally using drugs in a way that is unhealthy or illegal.
Drug Abuse
Taking more of a drug than the body can tolerate.
Overdose
Highly addictive drugs that get rid of pain and dull the senses.
Narcotics
A chronic liver disease that occurs when healthy liver tissue is replaced by scar tissue, preventing the liver from functioning properly.
cirrhosis
In the state of New Jersey, marijuana is used for two things:
medicinal use
recreational use
A medicine that can only be given to you on a written script by a doctor.
Prescription Drug
An open sore in the stomach lining.
Ulcer
Drugs that distort moods, thoughts, and senses. These drugs create imaginary image's in the user's mind. Can cause people to become violent.
Hallucinogens
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
If a child is caught by police carrying drugs, can they be arrested?
Yes, juveniles will be arrested. In the state of New Jersey, juveniles convicted may face fines, detention, and community service hours. Any drug conviction can damage educational and professional opportunities.