Alcohol
How does alcohol affect the brain and body in the short term?
Slows the brain, affects judgment and coordination.
What is vaping and how does it work?
Vaping is breathing in aerosol from an electronic device that heats liquid, usually with nicotine.
What is fentanyl and why is it used medically?
Fentanyl is a very strong opioid used by doctors for severe pain.
What is meth and how is it used?
Meth is a powerful illegal stimulant drug.
What is heroin and how is it used?
Heroin is an illegal opioid drug made from morphine, usually injected, smoked, or snorted.
What’s the difference between moderate drinking and heavy drinking?
Moderate = small amounts; heavy = too much or binge drinking.
Is vaping safer than smoking cigarettes?
It may be less harmful than cigarettes, but it’s not safe.
Why is fentanyl so dangerous compared to other opioids?
It’s extremely potent, so even a tiny amount can cause overdose.
How does meth affect the brain and body?
It increases energy and alertness but raises heart rate and blood pressure.
How does heroin affect the brain and body?
It causes intense euphoria but slows breathing, heart rate, and brain function.
How long does alcohol stay in your system?
About 1 drink per hour; detectable up to a few days.
What chemicals are in vape liquids?
Nicotine, flavorings, and chemicals that can harm the lungs.
How does fentanyl affect the body and brain?
It reduces pain but also slows breathing and heart rate.
Why is meth so addictive?
It releases a lot of dopamine, making the brain crave it quickly.
Why is heroin highly addictive?
It quickly triggers large dopamine release, making the brain crave it repeatedly.
What are the long-term health risks of regular alcohol use?
Can damage the liver, brain, heart, and cause addiction.
How does vaping affect the lungs and heart?
Can cause lung irritation, breathing problems, and increase heart rate.
What are the signs of a fentanyl overdose?
Slow or stopped breathing, unconsciousness, blue lips or nails.
What are the short- and long-term health effects of meth use?
Can cause weight loss, tooth damage, heart problems, anxiety, and brain damage.
What are the short- and long-term health risks of heroin use?
Short-term: drowsiness, nausea, slow breathing.
Long-term: addiction, collapsed veins, infections, liver/kidney damage, brain changes.
Why does alcohol make people feel relaxed at first but worse later on?
Feels relaxing at first, worse later as it wears off.
Can vaping cause addiction?
Yes. Nicotine is highly addictive.
How can fentanyl exposure and overdoses be prevented?
Avoid illegal drugs, don’t use alone, and use naloxone if available.
What are the signs of meth addiction or overdose?
Extreme energy, paranoia, rapid heartbeat, overheating, or collapse.
What are the signs of a heroin overdose?
Slow or stopped breathing, unconsciousness, blue lips or nails, and potentially death.