Types of Substances
This substance is legal for adults and affects brain function when misused.
What is alcohol?
This immediate effect of alcohol can impair judgment.
What is reduced decision-making ability?
In Saskatchewan, individuals must be this age to legally consume alcohol or cannabis.
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This simple word is the strongest refusal strategy.
What is no?
Talking to this school staff member can help students manage stress or substance concerns.
Who is a school counselor?
These drugs require a doctor’s approval to use safely.
What are prescription drugs?
Smoking or vaping nicotine can cause this long-term health risk.
What is lung damage or respiratory disease?
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs may lead to this immediate penalty.
What is license suspension?
Planning ahead for risky situations is an example of this skill.
What is decision-making or harm reduction?
This free Saskatchewan service provides mental health and addictions support by phone.
What is HealthLine 811?
This illegal stimulant is commonly known as "speed" or "crystal."
What is methamphetamine?
Using meth or cocaine can raise this vital sign dangerously.
What is heart rate?
Possessing illegal drugs can result in these two types of consequences.
What are legal charges and fines?
Name a refusal technique that involves changing the topic or suggesting a different activity.
What is redirecting?
One trusted adult students can approach about substance use concerns
Who is a parent, teacher, coach, or elder?
Cannabis affects thinking and coordination. What is the main psychoactive component?
What is THC?
Long-term heavy alcohol use can damage this vital organ.
What is the liver?
Sharing prescription medications is illegal because doing so poses this risk.
What is harm or overdose due to improper use?
This type of pressure comes from wanting to fit in with a group.
What is peer pressure?
This type of program helps people reduce or quit harmful substance use.
What is an addictions treatment or counselling program?
These substances, often found in household products, are dangerous when inhaled
What are inhalants?
Extended cannabis use in youth can negatively impact this aspect of development.
What is brain development or memory?
This term refers to the legal limit of alcohol concentration for drivers in Saskatchewan.
What is blood alcohol content (BAC)?
This decision-making model asks students to consider choices, consequences, and supports.
What is the STOP or DECIDE model?
This harm-reduction strategy focuses on providing safe, nonjudgmental support for individuals struggling with substance use.
What is a harm-reduction approach?