Drug Abuse
What is drug abuse?
Misuse, harm to health, body, society
What is psychological dependence?
Emotional or mental craving for a drug.
Name one short‑term effect of alcohol on the liver.
Fatty liver or hepatitis.
What is one social consequence of excessive alcohol use?
Drinking and driving.
True or False: Only illegal drugs can be abused.
False
What is physical dependence?
When the body adapts to a drug, causing withdrawal symptoms if stopped.
Name one long‑term effect of alcohol on the liver.
Cirrhosis or cancer.
Name another social consequence of excessive alcohol use.
Aggressive behaviour.
Give one example of a legal drug that can be abused.
Alcohol or prescription medication
Which type of dependence involves withdrawal symptoms?
Physical dependence.
How does alcohol affect the nervous system short‑term?
Slows transmission, causes impaired coordination.
Excessive alcohol use can lead to what type of family issue?
Intra‑family violence or family breakdown.
Why is drug abuse considered a social problem?
Affects: individuals, families, communities negatively
Which type of dependence is linked to habits and cravings?
Psychological dependence.
Name one long‑term effect of alcohol on the nervous system.
Demyelination or impaired transmission.
What petty crime is often linked to alcohol abuse?
Theft or disorderly conduct
What's the difference between drug use and drug abuse?
Use: appropriate/ controlled.... abuse: harmful, excessive, non medical use
Why is it important to distinguish between psychological and physical dependence?
To understand treatment approaches and the nature of addiction.
What happens to brain cells with long‑term alcohol abuse?
Dehydration and damage to brain cells.
What is a “unit of alcohol” and why is it important?
A standard measure of alcohol used to track safe limits (DAL).