Category 1
Beer, wine, gin, whiskey, vodka, tequila are all examples of what substance?
Alcohol
Marijuana, hash, THC are all examples of what substance?
Cannabis
Cocaine (powder or crack), amphetamines (crystal meth, speed, Dexedrine), Ritalin, Adderall are all examples of this substance?
Stimulants
LSD, ecstasy, peyote, mescaline are examples of what substance?
Hallucinogens
Heroin, opium, morphine, Vicodin, Demeral, OxyContin are all examples of what substance?
Opiates
Positive effects of alcohol
Relaxation, lighter mood
Positive effects of cannabis
Relaxation, "high" feeling
Positive effects of stimulants
Euphoria, heightened alertness and concentration
Positive effects of hallucinogens
Heightened sensory awareness, feeling of well-being
Positive effects of opiates
Feeling of well-being, relaxation, reduced pain sensitivity
Negative effects of alcohol
Slower reaction time, drowsiness, socially embarrassing behavior
Negative effects of cannabis
Slower reaction time and poor coordination, apathy and fatigue, paranoia, anxiety or panic feelings
Negative effects of stimulants
Anxiety, paranoia and psychosis, sleeplessness
Negative effects of hallucinogens
Bad "trips," psychotic symptoms
Negative effects of hallucinogens
Drowsiness, highly addictive, risk of overdose
Glue, aerosols and paint are all examples of what substance?
Inhalants
Cigarettes, cigars and chewing tobacco are all examples of what substance?
Nicotine
Positive effects of nicotine
feeling alert, feeling good
Coffee, caffeine pills, some teas, some sodas, energy drinks are all examples of what substance?
Caffeine
Negative effects of caffeine
Inhalants positive effects
"high feeling"
Inhalants negative effects
severe disorientation, toxic, can cause brain damage
Negative effects of nicotine
causes many health problems
Positive effects of caffeine
alert feeling
OTCs negative effects
can cause sleepiness, sedation, anxiety, problems in coordination and awareness, sleeplessness