Opioids
What is an opioid?
An opioid is a drug used to reduce pain
Give 3 examples of drugs.
What is addiction?
A strong urge to do something (e.g., drugs).
You should only take medicine from who?
A doctor and/or your parent/legal guardian
How many types of opioids are there?
3 types (i.e., natural, semi-synthetic, synthetic)
You can't get addicted to prescription and/or over-the-counter drugs.
False, prescription and/or over-the-counter drugs can be misused.
Give 2 examples of short-term effects of drugs.
ex. increased heart rate, hard time breathing, dizziness, red eyes, etc..
It's okay to take more medicine than prescribed.
Give an example of an opioid.
Ex. fentanyl, heroin, morphine, etc...
What is the most popular drug among teens?
Alcohol
Give an example of a long-term effect of drugs.
Ex. heart disease, lung disease, addiction
What can happen if you misuse medications?
Ex. You can get sick, hurt an organ
Where do the chemicals in opioids come from?
The poppy flower
What age range of young people are most at risk from dying of an opioid overdose?
15-24 year olds
What happens if a person who is dependent on drugs, stops taking them? (List a symptom)
Withdrawal (e.g., nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
Medication bottles can be left anywhere.
False, they should be stored safely.
What is the difference between a prescribed opioid vs. an illegal opioid?
What does someone with addiction look like?
Anyone can be addicted.
What is an overdose?
When you consume so much of a drug that it leads to little or no breathing.
What should you do with medication when it is expired and/or no longer needed?
Discard it