Alcohol
BAC stands for
Blood Alcohol concentration
Cocaine is a
Stimulant
Ice is also known as
Crystal Meth
how do people take MDMA
orally in a capsule
Marijuana comes from what plant?
Cannabis plant
Alcohol is a
Depressant
How long does a cocaine high last?
15-30 minutes
how do people usually take ice
smoked or injected
MDMA is commonly known as
Ecstasy
Why do people use marijuana?
People use cannabis for the same reasons they consume alcohol or tobacco: to feel good, relax, reduce inhibitions, gain peer acceptance or rebellion against authority.
What is a standard drink?
Any drink containing 10 grams of alcohol
The short term effects are
extreme happiness, Alertness, Irritability, paranoia, higher body temperature, inability to sleep, decreased appetite.
Short term effects of ice
Happiness, energetic, restless, increased body temperature, heart racing, big pupils, fast breathing
Euphoria, feeling energetic, big pupils, clenched jaw, heightened senses, excessive sweating, fast heartbeat, increased blood pressure.
What are the Short term effects of marijuana?
Altered sense of time, changes in mood, slow reaction time, blood shot eyes, increased appetite, hallucinations, problems with balance and coordination
Why should people under 18 not drink alcohol?
Their brain is not full developed, increasing the chance of brain damage
what happens to the brain when cocaine is taken
changes the way nerve cells communicate. neurotransmitters attach to molecules on neurons called receptors. Cocaine affects the signalling process.
feeling confused, paranoia, headaches, aches and pain, increased appetite, disturbed sleep is all symptoms of?
An ice comedown
What chemicals is released in our brain when MDMA is taken?
Seratonin, dopamine
What chemical is responsible for most of marijuanas effects?
THC
delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol
What percentage of Australians drink at least once a week?
40%
What Chemical in the body causes the happiness and excitement from cocaine use
Dopamine
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays a role in pleasure and excitement.
When people take ice and feel like they cant trust anyone. They might see or hear things that arent there. what is this called ?
Ice Psychosis
What does MDMA stand for
Methylenedioxymethamphetamine
what percentage of a people aged 12-17 years old of reported using marijuana before?
15%