Nicotine
Manuela asked her older sister to quit smoking. Her sister said she wished she could, but it was too difficult, and she needed help. Manuela's sister had already become addicted to what chemical found in tobacco?
Nicotine
Which alcoholic beverage contains more alcohol per standard serving: beer, wine, or liqour?
They are all the same; alcohol is alcohol!
Some teenagers think that because marijuana is a plant it must be safe.. What is the dangerous mind-altering chemical in marijuana?
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
Nae two illegal drugs, commonly referred to as "street drugs."
Heroin
Cocaine
Crack
Methamphetamine
What does OTC stand for?*
Over-the-counter
*Bonus: It's Sunday afternoon and you are studying with a friend for a big test on Monday. Your friend says "Don't worry. Take this prescription drug my little brother takes. It will help you focus." What should you do?
Karl has only been smoking for a short time, but his body is constantly working to clear the poisons out of his lungs. This causes a nasty crackling sound that comes from his lungs. What short term effect is Karl experiencing?
Hacking cough
At a family wedding, Rob told everyone he was old enough to drink. He had just celebrated his twentieth birthday. Is Rob old enough to drink? Why or why not?
No, because the legal drinking age is 21!
True or False? Most teenagers smoke marijuana.*
False
*Bonus: Your friend has been acting strangely lately She seems less motivated in school and on the soccer field. She never wants to go anywhere or do anything. You're worried about her. What should you do?
Name two possible effects of heroin use.
Confusion
Slurred speech
Decreased respiratory rate
Drowsiness
Nausea
Why must prescription drugs be prescribed by a doctor and used as directed?
These drugs are too powerful or dangerous to be administered and dosed by individuals
Exposure to this by-product of smoked tobacco products causes tobacco related diseases in nonsmokers?*
Secondhand Smoke
*Bonus: You have three friends who have been your best buddies for years. You have hung out together since elementary school. lately, they have been doing a lot of things you are not comfortable with, including vaping. What should you do?
Name three effects alcohol has on the developing teenage brain.
Loss of self-control
Blurred vision
Slurred speech
Poor judgement
Poor decision-making
Loss of balance & coordination
Name three effects marijuana use has on the teenage brain.
Slow reaction time
Poor depth perception
Lack of motivation
Loss of balance & coordination
Name two possible effects of methamphetamine use.
Anxiety
Paranoia
Panic attacks
Rapid heart rate
Violent behavior
True or False? It is OK to share a prescription drug with someone as long as they are the same age and weight as you.
False
Even with all the negative influence from the media, four out of five teens will still make what choice when it comes to nicotine?
To stay nicotine-free!
Alcohol slows down the central nervous system, including the heart rate and breathing. What type of drug is alcohol, a stimulant or depressant?*
Depressant
*Bonus: You're visiting a friend when his parents bring out potato chips and beer. They offer the beer to your friend, who takes one for himself and hands one to you. What should you do?
Identify one way marijuana use could harm a friendship.
The non-using friend may not want to be involved with someone who uses marijuana
Friend who uses may stop hanging out with friends who do not use
Explain why drugs like cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamine are referred to as "street drugs."
Because they are not made in licensed laboratories; They are not prescribed by doctors; they are made illegally on the street
Name two things a doctor considers about the patient when writing a prescription.
Patient's symptoms
Other medications patient might be on
Patient's weight
Patient's age
Allergies
In school, James learned one word that refers to any chemical in tobacco or in other products that is known to cause cancer. What is that word?
Carcinogen
When Denzel got to Joe's house, Joe could tell he had been drinking. He could barely stand up and was slurring his words. Denzel stumbled into the house and passed out in the living room. What effect of alcohol is Denzel experiencing, and what does Joe need to do?
Denzel is experiencing ALCOHOL POISONING, and Joe should call 911.
Explain how marijuana affects motivation and give an example
Drop out of extracurricular activities
Loss of job
Grades falling
What type of prescription drug has similar side effects to cocaine and methamphetamine?*
A prescription stimulant.
*Bonus: Your mom and stepdad are out for the evening and your older stepbrother is having some friends over. They invite you to play video games with them. As you play, you notice that his friends are acting strangely. You think maybe they have used a drug. What should you do?
When Bennett arrived at hockey practice, some of his teammates notices there was something wrong with him. He seemed confused about why he was at the rink, and his speech was slurred. As his teammates were talking to him, he threw up. What prescription drug did Bennett misuse?
Prescription pain reliever