Cap or Fact
Opioids can slow or stop breathing
Fact
Name one healthy way to deal with stress
exercise, talking / hanging out with friends, music, hobbies
A friend offers you a pill and says “it’s safe, I got it from a friend” What should you do?
Say no, don’t take unknown meds
Taking someone else’s prescription to relax
nah
You can always tell what’s in a pill someone gives you
Cap
Why might someone misuse prescription drugs?
To relax, escape stress, feel good, fit in with peers
Someone is very sleepy and hard to wake after taking medication. What could be happening?
possible overdose
Using exercise or hobbies to feel better
worth it
prescription drugs are safer than street drugs
Cap. Not when misused
What is one way to help a friend who is struggling?
Talk to them, tell a trusted adult, support them
A friend is using meds to deal with stress. What’s a better option?
Taking a pill when you don’t know what’s in it
nah