Drugs
What is drug addiction?
An addiction to drugs
How can I tell if I have a drinking problem?
If you say "I can stop if I want to" you're addicted or if it's your main thought
What are the different types of tobacco products?
Cigarettes, cigars, pipes, hookahs, smokeless tobacco (chew, snuff), and e-cigarettes are examples.
What is withdrawal?
Symptoms when you try get off of a substance.
What are the health effects of alcohol?
Alcohol can negatively impact various bodily systems, including the liver, heart, and brain.
What are the main ingredients in tobacco?
Nicotine, tar, and carbon monoxide.
What's the first step to recovery?
Admitting you're an addict
What are the risks of mixing alcohol with other substances?
You can die or almost die
What are the effects of secondhand smoke?
Various health problems, including respiratory illnesses and increased risk of cancer.
What age struggles the most with addictions?
Mid teens-Mid 20's
How can alcohol affect you?
Slurred speech, slowness, lack of coordination, and impaired judgment
How does tobacco use affect physical fitness?
Smoking reduces endurance, increases the risk of injury, and can cause fatigue and breathing difficulties.
How quickly can I become addicted to a drug?
Depends on your mental state and which drug
What is legally drunk?
0.08% blood alcohol concentration
What diseases are linked to tobacco use?
Tobacco use is a leading cause of various cancers (lung, throat, oral), heart disease, stroke, respiratory illnesses (COPD, asthma), and diabetes.