Marijuana
True or false: long term use of marijuana can lead to extreme abdominal pain, vomiting, and stomach upset.
True. This is called marijuana hyperemesis syndrome and it can be debilitating.
What is the name of the gas that is inside whippets?
Nitrous oxide
Alcohol is a:
a) stimulant
b) depressant
C) opiate
b) depressant
True or False nicotine is a stimulant.
True
overeating, using alcohol or marijuana to deal with anxiety or stress are examples of what kind of coping skills?
negative coping skills. these habits will not improve the underlying stress or anxiety and will lead to more problems.
True or False Marijuana has no negative impact on the brain health of people under 18.
False marijuana can reduce IQ by up to 6 points those points can never return.
What is the name of the drug used to treat an opiate overdose?
Narcan or Naloxone.
In a bar, there's a standard glass of beer and a standard shot of whiskey. Which glass contains the most alcohol?
They contain the same amount of alcohol.
What is the most used stimulant?
Caffeine
True or False: high levels of stress and struggles dealing with that stress can put someone at a higher risk for addiction.
True which is why healthy coping skills are important.
What is the legal age for marijuana use in New York state?
21
What drug is the leading cause of overdoses in suffolk county?
Fentanyl
True or False: Youth who start drinking before age 15 are 7 times more likely to develop alcohol use disorders as adults than those who wait until after age 18
True
Crack is cocaine mixed with:
A) flour
B) Baking soda
C) equal parts sugar and vinegar
B) baking soda
Dan is in the Alternatives for youth program (AFY). Dan uses opiates (pain pills) and marijuana daily and it is leading to multiple problem areas in his life such as failing grades, suspensions, even recent gang activity to support his habit. Dan is refusing any kind of help. Is dan at risk for PINS aka PROBATION for kids? why?
Yes, Dan is at risk for PINS or other kinds of court involvement. Doing drugs, refusing to get help, and the gang affiliation all make him at significant risk.
What is the FEDERAL legal age for smoking marijuana?
There is no federal legal age due to marijuana being illegal on the federal level.
True or False "Galaxy gas" or "whippets" are a safe alternative to other drugs.
False. Use of whippets can cause long term damage to your heart, brain, and lungs.
What does DUI stand for?
Driving Under the influence
LSD and Mushrooms are examples of what class of drugs?
Psychedelics or hallucinogens
Jenna is in the Alternatives for Youth (AFY) Program. Jenna admits to being addicted to marijuana to her case manager but is looking for support in quitting. Jenna agrees to seek treatment and has been steadily reducing her use. Is Jenna at HIGH risk for PINS (Probation). Why?
Based on the provided information Jenna is at low risk for pins due to admitting her addiction and working through it.
What consumption method for marijuana is the most likely to cause overdose and adverse reactions? Why?
Edibles due to the delayed reaction. People assume the drug is not working and take more. This can lead to intense paranoia and other adverse reactions.
Name three popular opiates
Fentanyl, heroin, vicodin, oxycotin, oxycodone, codeine,hydrocodone.
What is the legal blood alcohol content limit to drive in New York state for someone over the age of 21?
.08
What is a drug "flashback"?
a reexperiencing of hallucinations that can happen long after the drug has worn off in the body.
Can addiction have a genetic component?
Yes. Certain genes are more common in people addicted to alcohol, cocaine, and opioids. The variation likely affects how drugs influence the reward pathway. Mice with certain gene variations drink much more alcohol than normal—especially under stress.