Alcohol
This organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing alcohol in the body
What is the liver?
One of the most common physical symptoms of opioid withdrawal, this condition involves excessive sweating, chills, and goosebumps
What is "cold sweats" or "chills"?
One of the most common side effects of benzodiazepine use, this symptom causes drowsiness, impaired motor coordination, and sluggish reflexes
What is sedation or drowsiness?
Amphetamines increase the release of this neurotransmitter in the brain, which is associated with alertness, mood, and energy levels.
What is dopamine?
When nicotine enters the body, it stimulates this organ, causing an increase in heart rate and blood pressure
What is the heart?
Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to this liver disease, characterized by the accumulation of fat in liver cells
What is fatty liver disease?
Opioid abuse is a leading cause of this life-threatening condition, marked by slow or irregular breathing, which can be fatal without intervention.
What is respiratory depression?
During benzodiazepine withdrawal, this psychological symptom can manifest as an inability to concentrate or focus, leading to mental fog and confusion
What is cognitive impairment or "brain fog"?
Amphetamines are often abused for their stimulant effects, leading to this psychological state, where a person experiences excessive energy, euphoria, and decreased appetite
What is a stimulant high or euphoria?
Nicotine is a major risk factor for this condition, which causes the airways to become narrowed and inflamed, leading to difficulty breathing
What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)?
Chronic excessive drinking can lead to this serious liver disease, characterized by scarring and loss of liver function
What is liver cirrhosis?
Opioid overdose can be treated with this medication, which reverses the effects of opioids, particularly respiratory depression
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
Benzodiazepine withdrawal often causes this symptom, which involves an intense and uncontrollable urge to move, especially in the legs
What is restless leg syndrome?
Chronic abuse of amphetamines can lead to this mental health disorder, characterized by paranoia, hallucinations, and intense anxiety
What is amphetamine psychosis?
One of the long-term effects of nicotine use, this condition is often caused by prolonged smoking, leading to damage to the lungs and an increased risk of cancer
What is lung cancer?
This condition, characterized by a loss of coordination and balance, is a common effect of intoxication by alcohol
What is Ataxia?
Long-term opioid use can lead to a reduction in the brain’s production of this neurotransmitter, which is responsible for regulating mood, pleasure, and pain
What is dopamine?
This phenomenon, often seen after long-term benzodiazepine use, can cause symptoms like confusion, hallucinations, and agitation, particularly in elderly patients.
What is delirium?
This is one of the most noticeable long-term effects of methamphetamine use on appearance, involving severe dental decay and gum disease
What is "meth mouth"?
Smoking nicotine is a major contributor to this disease, which occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke
What is atherosclerosis?
Long-term abuse of this drug can result in brain shrinkage, particularly in areas involved with
What is memory and learning?
Opioid use can lead to this potentially severe complication in the digestive system, causing constipation that may become chronic and difficult to treat
What is opioid-induced constipation?
One of the hallmark symptoms of benzodiazepine withdrawal, this condition causes rapid heartbeat, high blood pressure, and extreme anxiety
What is tachycardia?
This condition, caused by the overstimulation of the central nervous system, is a serious side effect of high-dose amphetamine abuse, marked by fever, confusion, and organ failure
What is hyperthermia or heat stroke?
Nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes can damage this part of the body, leading to an increased risk of throat and mouth cancers
What is the larynx or oral cavity?