Drug Basics
What is a drug?
A substance that changes how the body or brain works.
What organ controls decision-making and is affected by drugs?
The brain
What is a risk factor?
Something that increases the chance of substance abuse.
What is peer pressure?
Influence from friends or people your age.
What does it mean to refuse?
To say no.
What type of drug slows down the brain and body?
Depressant
Alcohol slows your ______ time.
Reaction time
What is a protective factor?
Something that helps prevent substance abuse.
What is direct peer pressure?
Someone directly telling you to do something.
What does the R in the R.E.A.L. refusal strategy stand for?
Refuse
What type of drug speeds up the brain and body?
Stimulant
Smoking and vaping can damage what organs used for breathing?
Lungs
Name one risk factor for teens.
Peer pressure, stress, curiosity, family history.
What is indirect peer pressure?
Feeling pressure by watching others do something.
Name one healthy coping skill.
Exercise, talking to someone, hobbies, music.
What is addiction?
A disease that affects the brain and makes it hard to stop using a substance.
What organ can be seriously damaged by heavy alcohol use?
Liver
Name one protective factor.
Supportive family, goals, positive friends, school activities.
Name one way to resist peer pressure.
Say no, walk away, change the subject, leave.
Why is prevention important in middle school?
Because early choices affect brain development and habits.
What is prescription drug misuse?
Taking medication that was not prescribed to you or not using it correctly.
Why are teens more vulnerable to substance abuse?
Their brains are still developing.
Why is having goals a protective factor?
Goals help teens focus on the future and avoid risky behaviors.
Why is choosing friends wisely important?
Friends influence your choices and behavior.
Name two trusted adults a student could talk to.
Parent, teacher, coach, counselor, family member.