Addiction Flashcards

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What is addiction?

A

Chronic brain disorder that makes people dependent

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What is opioids?

A

Extract that is made by drying morphine

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3
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How fast heroin reaches brain?

A

In 15-20 seconds

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Why we have opioid receptors?

A

Our pituitary gland produces natural opioids - endorphins

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5
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How drugs go faster to the brain?

A

If it is smoked

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What is marijuana?

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Dried cannabis plant, not harmless

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What is marijuana connected to?

A

Schizophrenia

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