Stimulants
What prescription stimulant is commonly used to treat ADHD but is often misused for academic performance enhancement?
Adderall
What system of the body do depressants primarily slow down?
Central Nervous System (CNS)
What is the psychoactive chemical in cannabis responsible for its "high" effect?
THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol)
True or False: Hallucinogens can cause flashbacks, even long after use.
True
What is the primary medical use of opioids?
Pain Relief
Name two short-term effects of stimulant use.
Increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, heightened alertness, etc.
What is a commonly used legal depressant?
Alcohol
True or False: Cannabis is legal for recreational use everywhere in the U.S.
False
What is a well-known hallucinogenic drug derived from a fungus that grows on rye?
(Hint: Also known as "acid".)
LSD (Lysergic Acid Diethylamide)
What is one example of a prescription opioid?
Oxycodone, Hydrocodone, etc.
What illegal stimulant is commonly associated with short-term energy bursts and crashes?
Cocaine
What is one risk of mixing depressants with alcohol?
Increased risk of overdose
What is one short-term effect of cannabis use?
Altered perception, relaxation, increased appetite, etc.
Acid, Blotter, Cubes, Fry, Mind Candy, Mushrooms, Shrooms, Special K, STP, X, and XTC
What illegal opioid is made from morphine?
Heroin
Cocaine and methamphetamine have a high potential for addiction. What is one major long-term consequence of chronic stimulant use?
Cardiovascular damage, paranoia, psychosis, severe dental decay, etc.
What is a commonly prescribed depressant for anxiety?
Xanax or Valium
How long can cannabis stay in the body after use?
Days to weeks, depending on frequency of use
What is a "bad trip"?
A distressing or frightening experience while on hallucinogens.
What plant is the natural source of many opioids, including morphine and heroin?
Opium Poppy
What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by stimulant drugs?
Dopamine
What can happen if someone takes too much of a depressant?
*Overdose does NOT count as an answer - be specific.
Respiratory failure, unconsciousness, death, etc.
What is one potential risk of regular cannabis use?
Memory impairment, addiction, lung problems, etc.
What neurotransmitter do hallucinogens primarily affect, altering perception and mood?
Serotonin
What over-the-counter medication can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose?
Naloxone/Narcan