Common substances
This substance is the most commonly used drug among college students.
What is alcohol?
Drinking a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time increases the risk of this life-threatening condition.
What is alcohol poisoning?
Substance use is linked to lower _______ and missed classes.
What are grades?
This strategy involves avoiding mixing substances to reduce risk.
What is harm reduction?
This substance is legal in some states and commonly viewed as “low risk,” but can still impair memory and motivation.
What is marijuana?
Long-term misuse of substances can lead to this condition, where stopping use becomes difficult despite consequences.
What is addiction (or substance use disorder)?
Impaired judgment from substances increases the risk of accidents and this type of injury.
What are injuries?
Talking to friends, counselors, or campus resources can help prevent this outcome.
What is substance abuse or addiction?
These drugs are often misused during exams to improve focus or stay awake.
What are prescription stimulants (like Adderall or Ritalin)?
Mixing substances, such as alcohol and prescription drugs, greatly increases the risk of this.
What is overdose?
This social consequence may occur if substance use leads to arrests or violations of school policy.
What is legal trouble or disciplinary action?
This action can reduce risk at social events by slowing alcohol intake.
What is pacing drinks or setting limits?
This highly addictive class of drugs carries a high risk of overdose, especially when mixed with other substances.
What are opioids?
This body system can be especially affected by stimulant misuse due to increased heart rate and blood pressure.
What is the cardiovascular system?
Substance use can interfere with this cognitive skill needed for studying and learning.
What is memory or concentration?
Knowing campus policies and laws helps students avoid this consequence.
What is legal or disciplinary trouble?
This substance is often underestimated but can still contain nicotine and harmful chemicals.
What is vaping/e-cigarettes?
Repeated substance use can increase the risk of anxiety, depression, and other ________.
What are mental health disorders?
Heavy substance use increases the likelihood of this long-term academic outcome.
What is dropping out or academic failure?
This is the most effective way to avoid drug-related risks entirely.
What is choosing not to use substances?