The main psychoactive chemical in marijuana is called this.
THC
Alcohol is an example of a ______.
Depressant - slows down reaction time and central nervous system
The reward pathway releases _______.
Dopamine
What is the illegal level of intoxication for adult and underage drinkers that would result in a DUI?
.08 for adults and .02 for teens.
True or False - Marijuana is addictive.
True - According to the National Institute On Drug Abuse, long-term marajuana use can be addictive.
This addictive chemical is found in tobacco products.
nicotine
Name a stimulant that someone in this room (or more has probably consumed today.
Caffeine
What is tolerance?
The body develops a chemical need for the drug and cannot function normally without it. Over time, the user’s body needs an increasingly larger amount to achieve the original effect.
Marijuana's negative effects on attention, memory, and learning can last how long after use? 1. hours 2. weeks 3. months
2 weeks - According to the National Institute On Drug Abuse, the effects of marijuana on learning can last for days and weeks following exposure.
What is dependence?
When tolerance increase, the body develops dependence.
Stimulants generally do this to the central nervous system.
Speed it up
"Addiction is just a lack of control" How would you respond to this myth?
Addiction is a brain disease.
Underage drinkers are ______ more likely of becoming addicted.
5x more likely.
Hierarchy of needs gets hijacked, prefrontal cortex shrinks
Why might marijuana use be especially risky for developing teens?
Because the teen brain is still developing.
Name three nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Cravings, irritability, anger, anxiety, low frustration tolerance, increased appitite, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, confusion
What are 5 signs of withdrawal?
Nausea, vomiting, Headaches, dizziness, Fever, Digestion problems, Paranoia or panic, Tremors, seizures, or death.