Types of Drugs
This drug type slows down the body (example: alcohol).
Depressants
Drug use can negatively impact your ability to make good ___.
Decisions
Refusing drugs without arguing is an example of this skill.
Refusal skill
This term means relying on a substance to function.
Dependence
True or False: Everyone uses drugs.
False
This drug type increases energy and alertness (example: cocaine).
Stimulants
Needing more of a drug to get the same effect is called this.
Tolerance
Pressure from friends to use substances is called this.
Peer pressure
Symptoms after stopping drug use are called this.
Withdrawal
Name one healthy coping skill for stress.
(exercise, music, talking, etc.)
This type of drug alters perception and can cause hallucinations.
Hallucinogens
Using multiple substances at once increases risk of this life-threatening event.
Overdose
Thinking ahead about outcomes helps you avoid negative ___.
Consequences
This stage is when someone is thinking about making a change.
Contemplation
If offered drugs, what is one safe response?
(say no, walk away, etc.)
This class includes heroin and many prescription pain medications.
Opioids
This organ is responsible for thinking, memory, and decision-making
Brain
Name one external trigger that could lead someone to use.
(people, places, environment, etc.)
Name one support system that can help in recovery.
(family, counseling, groups, mentors, etc.)
Name one short-term consequence of drug use.
(trouble, poor decisions, getting sick, etc.)
This drug category includes marijuana and affects mood, memory, and perception.
Cannabinoids
This system in the brain releases dopamine and is heavily involved in addiction.
Reward system
Name one internal trigger that could lead someone to use.
(stress, anger, boredom, sadness, etc.)
This word describes returning to drug use after trying to quit.
Relapse
Name two long-term consequences of substance use.
(addiction, legal trouble, health problems, damaged relationships, etc.)