
Drugs Use and Abuse
Authored by Jill Ives
Science
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Marijuana
A drug that distorts perception, thought and mood. These overload the brain with sensory information, causing a distorted sense of reality. LSD and PCP are both this type of drug.
Inhalants
Any drug made from psychoactive compounds from the seed pods of poppy plants. Includes: heroin, fentanyl, and pain relievers
Cannabidiol (CBD)
One of the most frequently abused psychoactive drugs. Its main ingredient changes the way information reaches and is acted upon by the brain. Often a gateway to the abuse of other drugs
Opioids
A breathable chemical vapor that produces mind-altering effects. A single use can cause instant death
Hallucinogens
The second most prevalent active ingredient in cannabis (marijuana). it does not cause a "high" by itself. It exhibits no effects indicative of any abuse or dependence potential.
2.
MATCH QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Prescription drug
The psychoactive substance that produces the “high” in marijuana and can lead to central nervous system depression.
Drug Abuse
A drug that can be obtained only with a written order from a doctor and can be purchased only at a pharmacy.
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
A medicine that is sold legally in pharmacies and other stores without a doctor's prescription.
Over-the-counter drug
When a drug is intentionally used improperly or unsafely.
Drug misuse
The improper use of medicines, either prescription or over-the-counter.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Mood-altering drugs that affect brain activity. Creates a pleasurable feeling that the user wants to repeat. includes four groups of drugs: depressants (alcohol/sleeping pills), stimulants (nicotine/ecstasy) opioids(heroin/pain meds); and hallucinogens like LSD.
Psychoactive
Stimulant
Hallucinogen
Barbiturates
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A drug that slows the body functions by decreasing heart and breathing rates and lowering blood pressure.
Stimulant
Inhalant
Depressant
Hallucinogen
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A drug that speeds up activities of the central nervous system.
Stimulant
depressant
Hallucinogen
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Drugs that distort perception, thought, and mood.
Stimulant
Inhalant
Depressant
Hallucinogen
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which type of drugs are classified because they gained popularity at dance clubs and raves?
Club Drugs
Inhalants
Hallucinogens
Steroids
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