Misconcpetions
What is a common phrase used when talking about addicts?
" Once you are an Addict, you are always an Addict"
What does kids help phone offer?
Professional counselling, information and referral support to young people
24/7
Virtual services in English and French
How do students develop substance abuse?
Using addictive drugs for recreational purposes
Using it to make you feel better
Abusing prescription medication
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percent of teenagers believe that driving high is not as risky as driving drunk
37%
True or False: Prescription drugs are not as bad as illegal drugs?
False
What do drug rehab services offer?
Free, confidential professional help and resource for drug and alcohol addiction in Canada
Referrals for clients seeking support with substances
It is important to avoid hanging around indiivudles that what?
Individuals who tempt or pressure you to do things you do not want to do
How many Canadians are killed a day by drunk drivers?
4 Canadians are killed a day
What is a misconception?
a conclusion that's wrong because it's based on faulty thinking or facts that are wrong.
What do alcohol and narcotics anonymous offer?
Free meetings and support for people who come together to solve their drinking problem
Free meetings (includes virtual) and support for anyone who wants to stop using drugs may become a member
This is a program of complete abstinence from all drugs
Why does mental health have an impact on substance abuse?
Those is suffer from anxiety or depression turn to substance for relieve
What is the most common illegal drug found in fatal incidents?
Cocaine
Why do some individuals believe that drugs enhance your driving?
They help with contemplation strategies
What does CAPSA Peer Support offer?
Free peer-facilitated group meetings (includes virtual meetings)
Evidence-based practices and tools designed to help those who are questioning their relationship with substances
Families, allies, and professionals are all welcome to attend meetings
What are the risk factors of substance abuse?
Know your family history, addiction and mental illness tend to run in the family
The more you are aware of the risk factors the easier they are to overcome
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The crash rate of cannabis users in times higher than sober drivers
2-6 times
Name 4 misconceptions based on substance abuse?
Many believe that driving under the influence is not a serious problem
Cannabis-impaired driving is safer than alcohol-impaired driving
Many addicts are unemployed, homeless, or criminals
Addicts are known not to care about others around them
What resources are most commonly used for children suffering from substance abuse?
Behavioural Therapists
What is the most important aspects to prevent substance abuse?
Seek help and create goals and dreams for the future
What does cannabis effect?
your processing skills, thinking skills, memory and learning skills.