Types of Drugs
A drug that "speeds up" the messages between the brain and the body, making you more alert or energized... "UPPERS"
stimulant
21 years old
The sale and use of cannabis (marijuana) is ________________ in the state of Georgia.
Illegal
To not have control over the use or consumption of a substance that can harm you
addiction
refers to the use and abuse of illegal or controlled drugs
illicit drugs
A drug that "slows down" the messages between the brain and the body, making you feel sleepy or relaxed. "DOWNERS"
Depressants
A measure of how much alcohol is in someone's blood.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
Suffering harm or injury
dangers or risks
When the use of a substance has a POSITIVE influence on your health, social and spiritual life
Beneficial Use
an additive found in tobacco
nicotine
Drugs that alter perceptions, thoughts, and feelings.
Hallucinogens
The three (3) main types of alcohol products are...
Beer, wine, and liquor
When you take more than the recommended amount of a medicine or drug
Overdose
How does the MEDIA influence young people to purchase alcohol or tobacco products?
They show advertisements of people having fun and enjoying the brightly-colored products.
when people use a substance that is harmful to themselves or others
Substance abuse
Refers to the dried leaves, flowers or stems from a Cannabis plant
marijuana
Drinking too much alcohol in a short time makes your blood toxic.
Alcohol Poisoning
The temporary condition that affects a person after drinking alcohol or using drugs
intoxication
When the use of a substance has a NEGATIVE influence on your health, family, or society
Problematic Use
the act of inhaling and exhaling nicotine and other flavors (mint or fruit) from an electronic device
vaping
A plant that contains nicotine and can be smoked in a cigarette or pipe or chewed in your mouth
Tobacco
The standard amount of alcohol in one drink.
Alcohol by Volume (ABV)
A lowered response to drugs or alcohol after long and repeated use of the substances
tolerance
How does the MEDIA put young people at risk when they show alcohol and tobacco advertisements?
The media does not show the risks or consequences associated with tobacco and alcohol use
the act of inhaling and exhaling tobacco smoke from a cigarette or pipe
smoking