General
-Uncontrollable craving for the drug -Loss of control -Use despite negative consequences - chronic, biological brain disease -Psychological dependence -Physical dependence
What is addiction?
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
What is the chemical responsible for most of marijuana's psychological effects?
ethanol
What is the ingredient found in alcoholic drinks?
100 mg of caffeine a day (about 1 cup of coffee or 2 caffeinated sodas)
What is the maximum amount of caffeine we should have per day?
alcohol, tobacco and marijuana
What are the most commonly used drugs by teenagers?
feeling of relaxation, red eyes, dry mouth, increased heart rate, and a feeling of hunger.
What are the short term effects of cannabis use?
-relaxation, reduced coordination, higher body temperature, slower reflexes, drowsiness, lowered inhibitions, slurred speech, and problems making good decisions.
What are the short term effects of alcohol?
oxycodone (OxyContin), hydrocodone (Vicodin), and meperidine (Demerol)
What are examples of Opioids?
________________ change a person’s mental or physical state; how the brain works; and how you feel and behave.
What are drugs?
addiction, depression, lung problems (when smoked), effects on the developing brain of young people
What are the long term effects of cannabis use?
Addiction, liver damage, financial problems, family or relationship issues, and emotional and mental problems
What are long term effects of alcohol use?
_______________ a stimulant drug that can cause hallucinations, used for the purpose of making someone feel high. The drug is popular with teens and young adults who go to clubs, concerts, or "rave" parties.
What is Ecstasy?
the pleasure chemical in our brains that plays a major role in substance abuse and addiction
What is Dopamine?
Marijuana, hashish and hash oil
What are three drugs made from the Cannabis plant?
beer, wine, cider, spirits, mixed drinks
What are alcoholic beverages?
speed, uppers, meth, crystal meth, chalk, ice, glass, Christmas tree, crank
What are nicknames for Methamphetamines?
impairs your concentration, judgement, coordination, ability to judge distance and slows your reaction time and decision making abilities
What are the reasons you should not use cannabis and drive?
1) Ingestion 2) Inhalation 3) Oral-Mucosal (under the tongue) 4) Topical
What are the 4 ways cannabis can be used?
1)The user 2)Family 3)Children 4)Co-workers 5)Parents 6)Siblings 7)Friends 8)Community
Who is affected by alcohol abuse?
glues, paint thinners, dry cleaning fluids, gasoline, felt-tip marker fluid, hair spray, deodorants, spray paint
What are inhalants?