Stress
What is the first step in managing stress?
a) Avoiding all stressful situations
b) Identifying the source of stress
c) Ignoring it until it goes away
d) Exercising daily
B - Identifying the source of stress
Which of the following is an ingredient found in vapes?
a) Antifreeze
b) Formaldehyde
c) Heavy metals like lead
d) All of the above
D - All of the above
Which part of the brain is affected first by alcohol?
Frontal lobe
What is the difference between prescription drugs and over-the-counter drugs?
Prescription drugs require a doctor’s approval and are given based on a specific medical need, while over-the-counter (OTC) drugs can be purchased without a prescription and are generally considered safe for use without medical supervision.
Which is the best way to prevent STDs?
Practicing Abstinence
(True/False) Chronic stress can weaken the immune system and make a person more vulnerable to illness.
TRUE
(True/ False) Tobacco use only harms the person using it and has no impact on others.
FALSE .. Bonus question who else is effected and how?
Increased chance of arrest, Greater chance of being involved in violence, Higher likelihood of developing alcohol dependence as an adult , Slows development of the frontal cortex, worse academic & atheltic performance
(True/False) Marijuana is a stimulant drug that speeds up the central nervous system.
False, it is a depressant and hallucinogen
What is the age of consent in Michigan
16
During which stage of the stress response does the body prepare for "fight or flight"?
The Alarm stage
What is secondhand smoke, and why is it dangerous?
Smoke exhaled by a smoker and the smoke from the burning end of a cigarette. It is dangerous because it contains toxic chemicals that can increase the risk of lung cancer, heart disease, and respiratory issues in non-smokers, especially children and pregnant women.
What is binge drinking, and why is it dangerous?
Having more than 5 drinks at a time ....impaired judgment, increased accident likelihood, alcohol poisoning, and potential for violence, Etc.
What is a sign that someone may be addicted to drugs?
Avoiding friends and family
Changes in sleeping or eating habits
Declining performance in school or work
Etc
Two of these are Virus's and Two of them are bacterias
What is one relaxation technique that can help manage stress, and how does it work?
Meditation, List Making, Working out, Cleaning, Venting to someone you trust. ETC
What is one major risk of using vapes compared to traditional cigarettes?
Vapes can contain high concentrations of nicotine, leading to addiction OR There aren't any long term studies for vapes yet our generation IS the study.
How does alcohol consumption affect the central nervous system?
Slows down the central Nervous system (Depressant)
What is the main risk of using fentanyl-laced drugs?
Overdose and Death
What is a common early symptom of an STI?
No Symptoms at all
Name two physical symptoms of stress and explain how they affect the body.
Fatigue and difficulty sleeping
Stomach pain and nausea
Sweating and rapid breathing
Increased heart rate and muscle tension
Why is someone who starts smoking at 15 more likely to be a lifelong addict apposed to someone who starts at the age of 29.
Someone who starts smoking at 15 is more likely to become a lifelong addict because their brain is still developing, making them more vulnerable to nicotine addiction and long-term dependency.
Name two long-term effects of alcohol abuse on the body.
Weakened immune system, Brain damage, Liver damage, Relationship problems Etc.
Define each of the four types of drugs
Stimulants
Depressants
Hallucinogens
Opiates
What is one reason why regular STI testing is important for sexually active individuals?