Alcohol Effects
This organ is most commonly damaged by long-term alcohol use.
What is the liver?
These drugs increase energy by speeding up this system in the body.
What is the central nervous system?
Opioids slow down this life-sustaining function.
What is breathing?
Marijuana affects this ability, making it harder to focus and learn.
What is memory or concentration?
These drugs are commonly prescribed for this condition.
What is anxiety?
Alcohol slows down this system, affecting movement and reaction time.
What is the central nervous system?
Stimulants can cause this dangerous heart-related event even in young users.
What is a heart attack?
This is the most common cause of death in opioid misuse.
What is overdose?
This short-term effect can impair driving ability.
What is slowed reaction time?
Benzos slow down this system in the body.
What is the central nervous system?
This condition can develop from long-term alcohol use, causing confusion and memory problems.
What is Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome? (accept: alcohol-related brain damage)
This mental health effect includes extreme suspicion and mistrust.
What is paranoia?
This medication can reverse an opioid overdose.
What is Narcan (naloxone)?
Some users experience this mental health effect with high doses.
What is anxiety or panic?
Mixing benzos with opioids or alcohol increases risk of this.
What is overdose?
This dangerous withdrawal symptom can include seizures and hallucinations.
What are delirium tremens (DTs)?
Methamphetamine use can cause this visible dental condition.
What is “meth mouth”?
Long-term opioid use can cause increased sensitivity to this sensation.
What is pain? (opioid-induced hyperalgesia)
Long-term use can affect this area of life, especially in teens and young adults.
What is brain development?
Stopping benzos suddenly can lead to this dangerous withdrawal symptom.
What are seizures?
Drinking large amounts quickly can lead to this life-threatening condition.
What is alcohol poisoning?
Long-term stimulant use can lead to this condition involving hallucinations and delusions.
What is stimulant-induced psychosis?
Mixing opioids with alcohol or benzodiazepines increases risk of this.
What is respiratory depression (or fatal overdose)?
This condition involves repeated vomiting linked to heavy marijuana use.
What is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome?
Long-term use can impair this cognitive function.
What is memory?