Legal vs. Illegal Drugs
Is alcohol a legal or illegal drug?
Alcohol is a legal drug.
What category of drug is nicotine?
Nicotine is a Stimulant.
What is never using a drug?
A non-user.
Can drugs have mental health consequences?
Yes.
Is someone feeling upset or agitated when they can't access a substance a sign of problematic substance use?
Yes.
Are drugs prescribed by a doctor legal or illegal?
Drugs prescribed by a doctor are legal.
Name a hallucinogen.
Acceptable responses:
Mushrooms, ALSD, ecstasy, cannabis, etc...
What is occasional drug use?
Use is infrequent and irregular, usually confined to special occasions (holidays, birthdays) or when opportunities present themselves. Availability, accessibility, and affordability.
Damage to lungs, liver, heart, or brain is what type of consequences?
Physical Health Consequences.
What could be a school related sign of addiction?
Acceptable responses:
Drop in grades, Missing school, Trouble focusing, Low motivation, etc...
Is heroin a legal drug?
No, heroine is not a legal drug.
What category of drug is heroin?
Heroin is a depressant.
Only using a drug once or a few times out of curiosity or peer influence is what?
Experimental Use.
Name a legal or safety consequence of drug use.
Acceptable responses:
Impaired or dangerous driving, Legal charges or school consequences, Injury or death, risky situations that could harm yourself or others, etc...
What kind of addiction sign is anxiety/depression?
Mental & Emotional Signs.
Are painkillers legal drugs?
Yes, painkillers are legal drugs.
Name a prescription drug.
Acceptable responses:
Pain killers (ex: fentanyl, percocet, oxycontin), ADHD medication, melatonin, etc...
What is dependent drug use?
The user is regular and predictable, and usually frequent. The user experiences a physiological and/ or psychological need for the drug. The drug is often used alone, and daily activities may be planned around drug use.
how can drugs affect your relationships?
Loss of trust with friends or family, Arguments or conflict, Isolation or withdrawal, Negative peer influence, etc...
What is an example of a behaviour change because of substance abuse?
Acceptable responses:
Big personality changes, Secretive/ Lying, Aggression or risk-taking behaviour, Losing interest in things they used to enjoy, etc...
Is cocaine a legal drug?
No, cocaine is not a legal drug.
What do depressants do?
Slows down brain activity and body responses by reducing messages in the nervous system.
Using a drug routinely and actively wanting to experience it is what type of use?
Regular Use.
Spending money on substances or games, Debt from gaming or gambling, Less money for important needs or activities, And financial stress on family are what types of consequences?
Financial Consequences.
What kind of addiction sign is pulling away from others and conflict with friends or family.
Social Signs.