Tranquilizing Terminology
Give examples of 2 common benzodiazepines
Valium, Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin
The leaves that stimulants are derived from
Coca Plant
True or False: Men are more likely to become alcoholics
True
_______ is the addictive substance in tobacco that makes quitting smoking difficult for many people
Nicotine
What concept describes gaming addiction as a form of escape from real-life problems, stress, or negative emotions, potentially creating a cycle of avoidance and dependence on gaming for emotional regulation.
Escapism
What mental health disorders are benzodiazepines commonly used to treat?
Anxiety disorders and insomnia
Which neurotransmitter does cocaine primarily affect?
Dopamine
What is the phenomenon where heavy drinkers need more alcohol to achieve the same effect?
Tolerance
Term for smoke that nonsmokers inhale from others' cigarettes leading to health risks?
Secondhand smoke.
What is the term for the belief that future outcomes in gambling will be influenced by past events, despite them being independent
Gambler's Fallacy
True or False: It is safe to abruptly stop taking benzodiazepines after long-term use.
False
Give 3 street names for cocaine
Coke, blow, snow, powder, nose candy
Name an organization that provides support for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
What is the term for the sticky, black substance that coats the lungs of smokers?
Tar
Give at least 2 signs/ symptoms of an eating addiction?
Preoccupation with food, eating rituals, and planning meals excessively.
Eating in secret or feeling ashamed about eating habits.
Eating to the point of discomfort or pain, followed by feelings of guilt, shame, or remorse.
Difficulty controlling food intake, especially with trigger foods.
Using food as a way to cope with emotions or to numb emotional pain.
Give 2 potential side effects of long-term benzodiazepine use.
Memory Impairment, dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and tolerance
Give at least 2 different ways of using cocaine?
Snorting, Smoking, Injection, Oral Ingestion
What is FAS
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Which type of cancer is most strongly associated with smoking?
Lung Cancer
Define "Addiction"
"Addiction is defined as being unable to stop using a certain drug or doing a certain behavior despite harmful consequences."
What class of drugs does benzodiazepines belong to?
Sedative - hypnotics
What effect does cocaine use have on the pupils?
Pupil dilation (mydriasis)
What is the main psychoactive ingredient in alcoholic beverages?
Ethanol (or Ethyl alcohol)
What percentage of lung cancer deaths are attributed to smoking?
Approximately 85%
What stimulant is commonly found in tea, energy drinks, and some medication, known for its ability to increase alertness and temporarily ward off drowsiness?
Caffeine