Random Substance Use 1
Unpleasant and potentially dangerous effects following the cessation of a drug that has been addictive.
What are withdrawal symptoms?
Drugs that have a calming effect on the central nervous system, including alcohol and benzodiazepines.
What are depressants?
this organ in the body processes alcohol
What is the liver
What is an example of a stimulant?
Cocaine, methamphetamine, amphetamine
The amount of Fentanyl it takes to be lethal.
What is 2 mg
Repeated exposure to a drug causing it to be less effective, leading the person to want/need more of it to bring about the initial effect(s).
What is tolerance?
What are examples of sedatives/depressants?
Xanax, valium, ativan
How long does it take the liver to process 1 serving of alcohol?
1 hour
Ritalin and Adderall (amphetamines), coffee
What can be used to prevent death from opioid overdose?
Narcan/Naloxone
Marijuana comes from the hemp plant (cannabis sativa) and contains this ingredient that causes the "high."
What is Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)?
What are two effects of Xanax?
Drowsiness, memory problems, dizziness, impaired concentration
What are three symptoms of alcohol poisoning?
Confusion, disorientation, vomitting, hypothermia, loss of physical coordination, irregular pulse, depressed breathing, seizure, choking
What are some of the negative consequences of stimulants?
Anxiety and Paranoia, Psychosis, Mood Swings, Increased Aggression and Hostility
Opioid drug that brings about euphoria initially, but leads to agitation after the euphoria fades.
What is heroin?
What are examples of hallucinogens?
MDMA, ecstasy, molly, shrooms, LSD, Acid
What is a life threatening symptom of depressant withdrawal?
Seizures, delirium
Alcohol withdrawal symptoms that can be lethal and typically include tremors, racing heart, hallucinations, confusion, etc., and are in need of medical supervision.
What are “delirium tremens”, withdrawal effects from alcohol?
What are the withdrawal symptoms of stimulants?
lethargy, disturbed sleep, agitation
What are two life threatening effects heroin and other opioids can have on the body?
Slowed heart function, slowed breathing
Name one of two classes of drugs that can most commonly cause death during withdrawals?
Alcohol and Benzodiazepines/Sedatives (Xanax for exmaple)
What are the signs of withdrawal for sedatives?
Symptoms include anxiety, insomnia, postural hypotension, nausea, vomiting, tremor, incoordination, restlessness, blurred vision, sweating, hyperpyrexia, anorexia, seizures, and delirium
What liver disease is caused from long term alcohol use?
Cirrhosis
What neurotransmitter do stimulants increase?
Dopamine
Opioids bind to neuron receptors (opiate-type receptors) that normally receive messages from these that are naturally produced.
What are endorphins