True or False
Truth or Myth? Marijuana is harmless?
Myth. Marijuana use comes with risk of the same health problems that smoking tobacco has, including trouble breathing, long term lung illness, coordination and memory problems, and potential legal trouble.
_____ is a common street name for marijuana?
Pot, Grass, or Weed, .
What is it called when someone your age tries to influence you to do something like drugs?
Peer Pressure
List 2 reasons why illegal drugs are unhealthy for the body.
They can do damage to the Heart, Lungs, Liver, and Brain functionality.
Truth or Myth? It can't hurt to only try drugs once?
Myth. most people's bodies react differently to drugs, some people experience a major consequence their first try, including doing things they regret, acting violent, stealing, being a victim of violence from others, getting sick, making poor decisions, and in extreme cases even die. (One pill can kill)
Drugs are _____ that make the body and mind act differently.
Chemicals.
What are some ways to handle being pressured to do something your don't want to do?
Say no thank you, suggest an alternative, Talk to a trusted adult, make up an excuse.
If a friend or a friend of a friend gives you a pill is it okay to take it?
No. Unless it is your name on the bottle, your were given it by a doctor, your parents, or a school nurse, or permission is granted from your parents for another person to provide you a pill, you should not take medicine from others.
True or False? Most high school teens use drugs?
False. In fact it is quite the opposite. According the Office of Drug Policy, in Idaho 78% of High school students have never even been offered, or sold drugs, and 93% have not used marijuana in the past 30 days.
A _____ is a drug that slows you down
Depressant. Most common is Alcohol or beer/wine and Tranquilizers.
What is one method to tell someone no who has offered you something that you know can be harmful to your body like drugs or alcohol?
Use a trusted adult as an excuse like a parent, coach, or teacher and how they will get you in big trouble. Tell them you are not into that kind of thing. Tell them you like to stay healthy. Explain how you have seen others have terrible things happen from using drugs.
What is one way to help someone who is using illegal drugs?
Talk to the person about how it makes you feel, tell them you worry about their health, help them get the support they need from a professional.
True or False? Medicine prescribed by a doctor or bought over the counter at a store is a legal drug?
True. All drugs are chemicals that change the body in some way. Some are legal and some are not. Over the counter drugs are legal but must be used according the to the method they were intended with the dosages recommended by the label.
Bonus: Your Host name is ________
Marco
What are some common reasons youth give in to peer pressure?
To fit in, given false information, they worry about being bullied or made fun of, wanting to be liked, others are doing it.
What are some side effects of depressant drugs?
Drowsiness, poor concentration, reduced heart rate, slurred speech, low blood pressure, fatigue, confusion, memory impairment or loss, poor judgement, loss of sleep, trouble breathing.
True or False? Vaping devices, cigarettes, and alcohol are legal for people under the age of 21 to buy?
False: Although they are legal to purchase, a person must be over the age of 21 to legally obtain or use them.
Bonus: The name of the organization that is here presenting with teenagers is ______________
Community Youth in Action (CYA) or LIV teen center
BONUS: What is one way to stay healthy?
Exercise, Eat right, avoid harmful substances, learn to reduce stress and manage brain health.
Name 3 common street drugs people use that are not legal?
Cocaine, Marijuana, Heroin, Methamphetamine, LSD, PCP