Marijuana
Name three other names for marijuana.
Weed, pot, ganja, kush, good green, etc.
What are stimulants?
Stimulants are psychoactive drugs that speed up the central nervous system (CNS)
What are depressants?
Depressants are psychoactive drugs that slow down the central nervous system (CNS)
What are hallucinogens?
Hallucinogens are psychoactive drugs that distort how our brains perceive stimuli we pick up on in our environment.
This famous meth user was known as one of the greatest guitar players in the world and died in October 2020. Who is he?
Eddie Van Halen
What is the chemical that gets you high in marijuana? (Bonus points for knowing what the chemical stands for)
THC (Bonus: Tetrahydrocannabinol)
Name and describe three examples of stimulants
Cocaine: A semi-synthetic stimulant that is derived from the coca plant, it initially causes a feeling of increased energy and elevated moods that last about 30 minutes to an hour.
Methamphetamine: A synthetic drug that can be made from a variety of household items like drain cleaner, rat poisoning, and battery acid. Methamphetamine initially produces an intense, long lasting high that includes feeling of extreme euphoria, intense emotions, increased energy and alertness, and loss of appetite.
Prescription amphetamines: Synthetically made and often prescribed by doctors to combat the effects of ADHD. Often marketed as a diet pill for their appetite suppression.
Name at least three other names for heroin.
Junk, smack, down, slow, brown, tar, etc.
What are three common hallucinogens?
LSD, Psilocybin mushrooms, DMT, etc.
What world famous detective chews coca leaves for their effects on his ability to concentrate?
Sherlock Holmes
Name at least three short-term effects of smoking marijuana.
Increased appetite, increased blood pressure, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, increased concentration, etc.
Describe the long and short-term effects of methamphetamine use.
Short-term: Intense euphoria, increased energy and alertness, loss of appetite, and dilated pupils.
Long-term: Irritability, extreme weight loss, tooth decay from lack of self care, paranoia, and psychosis.
True or false: Prescribed opioids like Vicodin and Oxycontin are not dangerous because doctors prescribe them.
False
Name three or more short-term effects of hallucinogens.
Sensory distortion, loss of appetite, raised body temperature, visual and/or auditory hallucinations or illusions, intense feelings, euphoria, confusion, etc.
Which dictator was addicted to amphetamines that were given to him by his physician? (Bonus: Which country during world war two came up with the formula to create a more potent form of amphetamines now known as crystal methamphetamine?)
Adolf Hitler (Bonus: Japan)
Name at least four long-term effects of smoking marijuana.
What kind of help is there for someone who is addicted to stimulants?
Narcotics Anonymous, Outpatient treatment, Inpatient treatment, etc.
What are the common effects of opioid withdrawals?
Cold sweats, feelings of being to hot and cold, shakes, vomiting, pain, sensitivity to touch, lights, scents, etc.
What is the name for hallucinations or other effects that persist even after the effects of the drug wear off?
HPPD.
Which U.S. President had amphetamines in his system when he passed away.
John F. Kennedy. He was using stimulants prescribed by a doctor to assist him with his back pain.
What is the difference between CBD and THC?
THC causes the high marijuana users feel when they ingest the substance and can cause anxiety and paranoia. CBD does not cause a high, but can help reduce anxiety and help create a feeling of calmness.
What is the most widely abused stimulant in the world?
Caffeine
What is the name of medication used to help treat opioid withdrawals?
Methadone.
What are the two categories of hallucinogens and what is an example of each one?
Classic Hallucinogens: LSD, Peyote, DMT, etc.
Disassociates: PCP, Ketamine, Salvia, etc.
What is Hunter S. Thompson famous for.
Hunter S. Thompson is most famous for being a pioneer in the Gonzo Journalism Movement. He has also written numerous books including Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.