Definitions
A chemical substance, natural or human made, that changes body functions in some way
Drug
Rohypnol is an example of a club drug.
True.
Drugs that speed up the central nervous system
Stimulant
This drug is from everyday household products such as spray paints and cleaning products
Inhalants
What is one long term effect of alcohol use
Heart disease, liver disease, death, high blood pressure, cancer
Drugs that can be purchased from a drug store or grocery store
Over the counter drugs
A risk factor for drug use includes living in poverty.
True.
Drugs that are medically used as painkillers
Opioids
This drug is also known as the "date rape drug"
Rohypnol
List at least 2 risk factors for drug use
Poverty, having role models that use drugs, acceptance from friends and family, poor grades, etc
Using prescription or over the counter drugs in greater amounts, more often, or in different ways than whats prescribed or recommended
Misuse
For an over the counter drug, you do not need a written prescription from a doctor.
True.
Drugs that slow down the central nervous system
Depressant
This drug comes from the leaves of the poppy plant
Heroin
Drinking 5 or more drinks in one sitting is called
Binge drinking
Drugs a person can legally get only from a pharmacy with a written prescription from a medical professional
Prescription drugs
Alcohol is a stimulant
False. Alcohol is a depressant.
Drugs that alter the users perceptions and cause changes in the way a person sees, hears, or experiences touch
Hallucinogens
This drug causes dental problems and scabs on the users face and/or body
Methamphetamine
The addictive drug found in marijuana is called
THC
The use of illegal drugs or the use of prescription or over the counter drugs for purposes other than those for which they are meant to be used
Abuse
Using a drug that was prescribed for someone else is called misuse.
False. It is abuse.
Substances that give off fumes that act on the brain
Inhalants
This drug acts as both a stimulant and hallucinogen
MDMA
What are at least 2 nicknames for LSD?
acid, blotter, cubes, yellow sunshine, blue heaven, Cid, microdot