Drugs & Their Effects
This drug is the most commonly used by teens and comes from the cannabis plant.
What is marijuana (THC)?
This is the medical word for when your body shakes, sweats, or feels sick after stopping drug use.
What are withdrawal symptoms?
In Ohio (and most states), the legal drinking age is this.
What is 21?
A healthy way to manage stress instead of using drugs is this (name one).
What is exercise, journaling, music, talking to a friend, meditation, etc.?
This organ is damaged the most by heavy drinking.
What is the liver?
This drug is known as “Molly” or “Ecstasy” and is often used at parties or raves.
What is MDMA?
This term describes when your body needs more of a drug to feel the same effect.
What is tolerance?
If a teen is caught with illegal drugs at school, they may face this type of school consequence.
What is suspension or expulsion?
These types of peers can help you avoid drugs and stay on the right path.
What are positive friends?
Overdose from opioids can be reversed if this medication is given in time.
What is Narcan (Naloxone)?
This substance slows down your brain and body and is the #1 abused legal drug among teens.
What is alcohol?
Alcohol can make it harder for teens to make safe choices because it affects this part of the brain that controls decision-making.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is called this.
What is DUI/OVI (Operating Vehicle Impaired)?
Saying “no,” giving a reason, or walking away are all examples of this skill.
What is refusal skill?
This is the #1 cause of death among teens related to substance use.
What are car crashes (impaired driving)?
This drug is highly addictive, comes in a white powder or rock form, and speeds up the nervous.
What is cocaine or crack?
Smoking marijuana regularly can affect this part of your brain that controls memory and learning.
What is the hippocampus?
True or False: A juvenile record for drug possession can affect future jobs and college opportunities.
What is True?
This is the hotline number teens can call if they or someone they know is struggling with substance
What is the SAMHSA Helpline (1-800-662-HELP)
Drinking a lot of alcohol in a short time is called this and can be deadly.
What is binge drinking?
This type of drug is prescribed for pain but is often misused, leading to overdose.
What are opioids (like Oxycodone or Fentanyl)?
This chemical in the brain makes you feel pleasure and is triggered by many addictive substances.
What is dopamine?
This law makes it illegal for anyone under 18 to buy or possess vaping products.
What is Tobacco 21 (or the federal vaping/tobacco law)?
Joining a sports team, club, or community group is an example of this type of protective factor.
What is a positive activity/support system?
Myth or Fact: Mixing alcohol with energy drinks makes you safer because you feel more awake.
What is Myth?