Marijuana
Marijuana is classified as...
a depressant
excessive consumption of alcohol which leads to harmful changes in organs and tissues throughout the human body.
What is tobacco?
a plant grown for its leaves, which are dried and fermented before being put in tobacco products.
define DEA
drug enforcement administration
a highly addictive drug made from the leaves of the South American Coca Bush
The chemical in marijuana is...
THC
How do people use tobacco?
Smoke, Chew, Sniff tobacco
loose tobacco in a pipe or hookah
What pathways of the brain are impacted by opioids
reward pathway (cerebral cortex, nucleus accumbens)
pain pathway (brainstem, spinal cord, thalamus)
Cocaine Hydrochloride
Freebase
Crack
Hippocampus, the responsible area for memory formation.
Cerebellum, cerebral cortex, limbic system
What is another name for bronchiolitis obliterans
Popcorn Lung
Define Drug Tolerance
changes in the receptors and enzymes acting in the reward pathways of the brain cause changes in cell firing, this leads to a minimized response to the drug
How can Cocaine effect mental health.
One of the symptoms of a comedown is serious depression which can become permanent after continued use
Increased potential to develop psychosis or schizophrenia
Cocaine increase cortisol which can in turn raise blood pressure permanently, damaging the cardiovascular system
Acute Consequences of Marijuana use
Impaired Short Term Memory
Impaired attention, judgement
Impaired coordination and balance
anxiety, paranoia
psychosis
any substantial loss in brain mass can lead to the development of a range of problems
learning difficulties
memory disruption
unstable mood
unstable sleep patterns
unusual fluctuation in body temperature
a declining ability to control muscle movement
Name some consequences of tobacco smoking
Potential for lung cancer, chronic bronchitis and emphysema. It increases the risk of heart disease, which can lead to stroke or heart attack. Smoking has been linked to other cancers, leukemia, cataracts and pneumonia.
Define Drug Dependence
when the neurons of the brain adapts as a result of repeated drug exposure and cannot function normally without the brain.
What is cocaine classified as and what does it mean.
Stimulant. It speeds up the messages going to and from your brain.
What syndrome has been associated with marijuana use...
Amotivational Syndrome
a diminished or absent drive to engage in typically rewarding activities.
What is the statistic of high schoolers that consume alcohol in a given month?
1/3 of all 12th graders and about 20% of 10th graders.
Name some of the harmful metals that are found in vapes.
cadmium, nickel, lead, arsenic, chromium, manganese
Define Drug Withdrawal and name 2 withdrawal symptoms
when the opioid is removed as the centers in the brain have become accustomed to receiving the drug to achieve the effects
agitation
anxiety
muscle aches
increased tearing
insomnia
runny nose
sweating
yawning
Name physical brain changes
If the linings of the veins and arteries are damaged, it can lead to chronic headaches as blood flow is restricted to the brain.
Can also cause blood clots, which can lead to a stroke.
Can also cause seizures, either during bingeing or chronic abuse or cause a seizure order to develop which will require long term treatment.