Substance Abuse
long-term, pathological use of alcohol or drugs, characterized by daily intoxication, inability to reduce consumption, and impairment in social or occupational functioning; broadly, alcohol or drug addiction.
Acid, PCP, and Peyote
What are examples of Hallucinogens?
Changes in consciousness, drowsiness, dizziness or confusion, and slurred speech
a substance that can speed up your physical and mental activity
Opium, Heroin, Oxycodone, and Codeine are examples of what?
Flushed or moist skin, sweating, chills, nausea or vomiting, and abnormal breathing and respiratory distress
any substance, other than food, intended to affect that functions of the body
Xanax, Alcohol, and Narcotics
Restlessness, talkativeness or irritability, behavioral changes with no explanation
a compulsive need to use a substance. If one stops using the substance it would cause the user to suffer physical, mental, and emotional distress.
Marijuana, THC, and Synthetics
use of an excessive amount of substance, resulting in adverse reactions ranging from mania (mental & physical hyperactivity) and hysteria to coma and death.
Propane, Acetone, Fuel, Spray paints, Paint thinners are examples of what?