Basic Terminology
Define Drug
A natural or human-made chemical that changes body functions in some way
Define Protective Factor
A condition or behavior that decreases the chance of harm (positive +)
Define Risk Factor
Something that increases the chance of a harmful outcome (negative -)
Nicotine is what type of drug?
Stimulant
Drugs that speed up the central nervous system; examples include caffeine, cocaine, and nicotine.
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stimulants
Define Recreational Drug
Using a drug to feel its effects for fun rather than for medical reasons
Give an example of a social/relationship protective factor.
peer pressure to make a healthy choice, supportive friends, role models who make healthy choices
Give an example of a social/relationship risk factor.
peer pressure to make unhealthy choices, family using drugs/substances, role models pressuring you to use drugs
Alcohol is what type of drug?
Depressant
Drugs that slow down the central nervous system; examples include alcohol and Valium.
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Depressants
Define Tolerance
The body needs more of a drug to get the same effect
Give an example of an environmental protective factor.
Supportive and nurturing family relationships, positive family role models, stable home environment, positive social norms, community-wide prevention programs
Give an example of an environmental risk factor.
living in an area of high drug activity/use, easy access to drugs
Drugs used at dance clubs, bars, raves, and parties; can include GHB, ketamine, and ecstasy.
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Club drugs
Drugs used to temporarily enhance mental or athletic abilities; often prohibited in sports (e.g., steroids).
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Performance drugs
Define Dependence
The body or brain needs the drug to feel normal
Give an example of an individual protective factor.
strong self control, strong confidence
Give an example of an individual risk factor.
curiosity, thrill-seeking, low self esteem, low skill of refusal strategies
Drugs that alter the user’s perceptions and cause changes in how a person sees, hears, or feels; examples include LSD, mushrooms, and PCP.
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Hallucinogens
Drugs used medically as painkillers; examples include heroin, opium, morphine, and prescription pain pills.
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Opioids
Define Addiction
A strong, uncontrollable craving and continued use despite harm
What are the three types of protective factors?
social/relationship, environmental, and individual
What are the three types of risk factors?
social/relationship, environmental, and individual
A drug that comes from the flowering tops of a plant; contains THC, a chemical that affects thoughts, feelings, memory, and concentration.
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Marijuana
Substances that give off fumes that act on the brain; breathed in to change perception or mental function (e.g., paint thinners, glues).
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Inhalants