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what does SAPIS stand for?
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION INTERVENTION SPECIALIST.
This legal age applies to both alcohol and recreational marijuana use in many U.S. states.
What is 21?
This term describes any substance that alters the way your body or mind works
what is called a drug
These drugs slow down the body's functions and include alcohol and tranquilizers.
What are depressants
depressants- Depressant substances reduce arousal and stimulation. They affect the central nervous system, slowing down the messages between the brain and body.
Driving under the influence of drugs is considered this type of criminal offense.
What is a DUI (or DWI)
DUI stands for "Driving Under the Influence"
DWI, which stands for Driving While Intoxicated.
What is the name of your SAPIS counselor?
This is the physical or mental need to use a substance regularly
what is addiction
The chemical in marijuana that causes a "high."
what is THC
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)- A crystalline compound that is the main active ingredient of cannabis
Sharing needles for drug use can spread this life-threatening disease.
what is HIV or Hepatitis C
HIV- HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. Without treatment, it can lead to AIDS There is currently no effective cure. Once people get HIV, they have it for life. But proper medical care can control the virus.
Hepatitis C -is a viral infection that primarily affects the liver Hepatitis C is primarily spread through blood-to-blood contact, such as sharing needles for drug use, or from an infected mother to her baby during birth.
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) in most states?
The legal limit for blood alcohol content (BAC) in most states is .08%,
what services do I offer as a SAPIS counselor?
classroom learning
one on one
groups
Repeated drug use can lead to this, where more of the drug is needed to feel the same effects.
What is tolerance.
This group of drugs relieves pain and includes morphine and heroin.
What are opioids (or narcotics)?
Hallucinogens like LSD affect this part of the body.
The brain (or the mind)
A drug overdose can lead to this medical emergency where breathing stops.
respiratory failure (or death)
This is the addictive substance found in tobacco products.
What is nicotine
This term refers to unpleasant symptoms when a person stops using an addictive drug.
What is withdrawal?
Drugs like cocaine and meth fall into this category.
What are stimulants
stimulants - Stimulants are a class of drugs that speed up messages travelling between the brain and body. They can make a person feel more awake, alert, confident or energetic.
These are everyday products like glue or spray paint that can be misused to get high.
What are inhalants?
Inhalants-Inhalants are things that are breathed in (inhaled) to give the user an immediate rush, or high. They include glues, paint thinners, dry cleaning fluids, gasoline, felt-tip marker fluid, hair spray, deodorants, spray paint, and whipped cream dispensers (whippets).
This class of synthetic drugs mimics the effects of marijuana but can be far more dangerous.
What are synthetic cannabinoids (e.g., K2 or Spice)?
his person at school is trained to talk with students about problems, including drug use.
Who is a school counselor?
The process of the body clearing a drug from its system.
What is detoxification (or detox)
A doctor specializing in mental health and substance abuse is known by this title.
What is a psychiatrist (or addiction specialist)?
The brain chemical often involved in addiction because it creates feelings of pleasure.
What is dopamine
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter, a chemical messenger in the brain, that plays a crucial role in the body's reward system, motivation, and movement. It's often referred to as the "feel-good neurotransmitter" because it's associated with pleasurable sensations and reinforces behaviors that lead to those feelings. Dopamine is also involved in memory, attention, and controlling physical movement.
This powerful opioid, often mixed with heroin or pills, is responsible for many overdose deaths.
What is fentanyl