Alcohol
You must be this age to legally consume alcohol in the US
21 years old
You must be this age to make the unhealthy choice to smoke cigarettes or vape in the US
18 years old
True or false; Marijuana can be used and purchased legally in the state of Georgia by any person.
True or false; There are more than 7,000 chemical compounds in cigarette smoke
True!
In short, what do hallucinogens do?
Alter the perception of reality and the 5 senses
What type of drug is alcohol?
depressant
Name one immediate physical response by the body to nicotine consumption? I.e what happens when you take a drag from a vape pen or cigarette?
Any of these answers: increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, dopamine release (pleasure chemical), temporary relaxation followed by increased anxiety
Name one immediate physical response by the body to alcohol consumption, I.e what happens when you drink one or more alcoholic beverages?
low blood pressure, decreased reaction time, slowed speech, impaired vision and hearing, muscle weakness, poor memory
What do we call it when scar tissue builds in the liver as a result of excessive alcohol abuse?
cirrhosis of the liver
What is another name for LSD?
acid
What might be a psychological reason why a person might become addicted to alcohol? *THERE ARE MANY REASONS JUST NAME ONE
depression, anxiety, family history, other addictions, poor impulse control, adhd, behavioral issues, poor parenting/bad upbringing
Cocaine and crack both cause a dramatic and dangerous increase in _____, ______,and ______?
heart rate, blood pressure, body temperature
What happens to someone with alcohol poisoning and what should you do to help them? Name all the signs of poisoning.
Excessive vomiting/diarrhea, slowed respirations, loss of consciousness and coma, and death.
Do not allow the person to lie down on his/her back...they may aspirate on their vomit. Sit them upright if conscious or roll them on their side, then call 911 immediately. Stay with them until paramedics arrive.
Which 3 organs are affected by long term alcohol abuse?
heart, liver, kidneys
Name 3 other hallucinogens besides LSD
Mushrooms, ecstasy, bath salts, angel dust, pcp, ghb, peyote, toad
What percentage of fatal car crashes involve drunk drivers?
32 percent
What is one long term physical effect of methamphetamine usage?
tooth loss, skin sores, weight loss, paranoia/ delusions (insects on skin), brain damage, seizures
Name 3 specific prescription drugs of any type that are abused by young people
oxycontin, adderall, percocet, ritalin, xanax, ambien...etc
answers will vary
What happens to a person's respiratory system long term when they inhale smoke from tobacco, vape, or marijuana on a regular basis? Think critically and give a thoughtful response.
tar and other chemicals fill the lungs, bronchial tubes, and throat. Chemicals diffuse into the blood while the solid tar coats tissues. The tar clogs airways and alters cell dna...leading to cancer.
How might a person's body safety become violated under the influence of ecstasy?
they are unable to consent freely to physical touch because of a false sense of affection.
What could happen if you are caught driving under the influence of alcohol? Name all 4 possible consequences.
depending on the amount you consumed...you could pay a fine, have your license revoked, your insurance goes up, and you might go to jail.
Why are nicotine products so hard to quit?
Users become addicted to the short term rush of pleasure these products give. Smoking is also a social event and people miss the act of smoking/vaping in groups and the physical act of preparing the cigarettes and holding them in their hands.
Why is marijuana so dangerous for the brains of young people? There are 4 main reasons.
It limits the brain's effectiveness and slows down cognitive response, impairs coordination, and reduces energy level. It takes motivation away for essential activities of daily living.
What is speedballing and who died from an overdose of it outside the Viper Room in 1993?
a mix of heroin and cocaine, river phoenix
Purple Haze by Jimi Hendrix is about what combination of illicit drugs?
marijuana laced with lsd