Drug Categories
Alcohol is this type of drug
a depressant
What is the most widely used drug by high school students?
Alcohol
A condition when a person cannot control their drug use
Addiction
This type of drug excites or arouses the user and create a more awake feeling
a stimulant
What does DUI stand for
Driving under the influence
A drug that is legal to take only with a written note from a physician or doctor P________ D_______
a prescription drug
What is the most dangerous drug in the world?
Nicotine/Tobacco
By several measures, nicotine is the world's most highly addictive drug, and tobacco is its most deadly substance.
What does BAC stands for?
Blood Alcohol Concentration?
When a person is dependent on a drug and they stop taking it or reduce the amount they use, they may experience pain, illness, anxiety and cravings. This is known as ______________
Withdrawal
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main psychoactive component of which drug?
marijuana
___________ refers to drinking heavily over a short period of time with the intention of becoming intoxicated, resulting in immediate & severe intoxication.
‘Binge Drinking’
Long term drug and alcohol use can lead to _______ damage.
brain damage
•LSD (acid) and Magic mushrooms are what type of drug?
Psychedelics
What organ is responsible for removing most of the alcohol from our bodies?
The liver
What are three factors that determine the effect alcohol has on a person?
Size and gender
Food in the stomach and level of hydration
Speed of consumption