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Worksheets8th Grade Health – Substance Use Assessment
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
Drugs that alter the way people think, feel, or see things are called:
Stimulants
Hallucinogens
Depressants
Steroids
Which of the following is NOT a drug category?
Inhalants
Coffee
Stimulants
Cannabis
Methamphetamine is also known as:
Molly, Ecstasy
Smack, Junk
Speed, Ice, Crystal
Candy, Rock
Which drug can act as both a stimulant and a depressant?
Marijuana
Caffeine
Nicotine
Ibuprofen
Which of the following is a club drug often found at parties?
Heroin
GHB
Crack
Crystal Meth
Which of the following shows the correct order in which addiction develops?
Use - Tolerance - Dependence - Brain Chemistry Changes - Addiction
Use - Brain Chemical Changes - Tolerance - Dependence - Addiction
Tolerance - Use - Dependence - Addiction - Brain Chemistry Changes
Brain Chemistry Changes - Use - Tolerance - Dependence - Addiction
Abuse when it comes to substances is defined as:
The excessive or improper use of drugs or alcohol, especially repeatedly or habitually.
Using substances only as prescribed by a doctor.
Avoiding all substances completely.
Using substances only in social situations.
List two short-term effects of alcohol.
permanent muscle growth and bone strengthening
increased intelligence and improved memory retention.
impaired judgment and memory problems
improved decision making and frustration
Define misuse when it comes to substances.
Misuse is when you use a substance exactly as directed by a health care professional.
Misuse refers to only using substances that are prescribed by a doctor.
Misuse means never using any substances at all, even if prescribed.
Misuse refers to using a substance in a way that is not intended or recommended, such as taking more than the prescribed dose or using someone else's medication.
Why is fentanyl considered especially dangerous compared to other opioids?
Fentanyl is considered danger because it is less effective at relieving pain than other opioids.
Fentanyl is especially dangerous because it is much more potent than other opioids, increasing the risk of overdose and death even in very small amounts.
Fentanyl is especially dangerous because it is only available in pill form, making it harder to control dosage.
Fentanyl is considered dangerous because it is not regulated by any health authorities.
List two long-term effects of nicotine.
increased risk of cancer, heart disease, lung disease, or addiction.
improved memory and vision, reduced stress, and stronger bones.
increased height, better digestion, and improved sleep quality.
decreased risk of infections, improved skin health, and stronger muscles.
Name one social or mental impact of marijuana use.
enhanced mathematical ability
increased physical strength and endurance.
Blurred vision
Impairment of social functioning
Define use when it comes to substances.
Use refers to the act of consuming or taking a substance, whether legally or illegally, and regardless of the amount or frequency.
Use refers only to the legal consumption of substances in large amounts.
Use means only the illegal and frequent intake of substances.
Use is the act of possessing a substance without consuming it.
The first “D” in the D.E.C.I.D.E. model stands for:
Determine
Discuss
Decide
Define
Select all that apply: Coping strategies are healthy because they:
Help manage emotions
Strengthen your support system
Make you addicted faster
Keep your brain and body healthy
The “C” in the D.E.C.I.D.E. model stands for:
Create
Consider
Choose
Clarify
Substance use can cause which two problems?
Enhanced social skills and financial stability
Improved concentration and better health
Increased energy and better memory
Health issues and relationship problems.
Which of the following lists three healthy ways to cope with stress that don’t involve substances?
Ignoring problems, procrastinating, substance use
Drinking alcohol, smoking, overeating
Exercise, meditation, talking to a friend
Gambling, excessive shopping, substance use
Which of the following is a physical coping strategy for stress rather than drugs?
Meditation
Avoiding exercise
Overthinking
Watching TV excessively
Which of the following best explains why experimenting with substances during adolescence can be more harmful than during adulthood?
Teens usually take larger amounts than adults
The adolescent brain is still developing and substances can affect decision-making and impulse control
Substances are stronger for teens than adults
Teens are more likely to recover quickly from substance use
