Fact or Myth
Addiction only affects people who are weak or lack willpower.
What is a Myth!
This substance is classified as a depressant and is one of the most used substances globally.
What is Alcohol?
This chemical in the brain is often called the “feel-good” neurotransmitter and is strongly affected by many addictive substances.
What is Dopamine
This legendary singer of “Rocket Man” and “Tiny Dancer” has been open about his sobriety journey since the early 1990s.
Who is Sir Elton John
People with ADHD have an increased chance of developing an addiction.
What is Fact
This stimulant is the most widely available and used substance globally.
What is Caffeine
Substances like cocaine and methamphetamine belong to this category because they increase energy, alertness, and heart rate.
What are Stimulants
Before becoming famous for playing Iron Man in the Marvel films, this actor struggled with addiction but later became a major recovery success story in Hollywood.
Who is Robert Downey Jr.
Addiction changes how the brain works, especially areas related to reward, motivation, and decision-making.
What is Fact
Many myths surround this Psycho-active substance such as It is not addictive and it cures cancer.
What is Cannabis?
Over time, the brain may require larger amounts of a substance to get the same effect.
What is Tolerance
This influential hip-hop producer and rapper, known for founding Aftermath Entertainment, has spoken about giving up alcohol during the 1990s.
Who is Dr. Dre
Someone has to “hit rock bottom” before they can recover from addiction.
What is a Myth
This life-saving substance blocks opiates from entering the bodies opiate receptors and is typically administered during an overdose
What is Naloxone
This part of the brain helps control balance and coordination and is affected by alcohol.
This beloved comedian and actor, known for roles in Mrs. Doubtfire and Good Will Hunting, spoke openly about his struggles with addiction and recovery.
Who is Robin Williams
Relapse means treatment has completely failed and recovery isn’t possible.
what is a Myth
This stimulant is used by a billion + people globally it can be inhaled or absorbed through the gums.
What is nicotine
This system in the body includes the brain and spinal cord and is directly affected by most substances.
What is the Central Nervous System
This Grammy-winning rapper, from Detroit, has spoken publicly about recovering from prescription medication addiction and maintaining long-term sobriety.
Who is Eminem