Avoiding the Hazards of Drug Use Flashcards
Alcohol is known as a ___________ or ________
Depressant
Downer
Marijuana can stay in the system for _________
Three weeks
Marijuana impacts ____________, __________, __________
Memory Function
Hampers Judgement
Diminish Motor Skills
If a drug uses a needle, it increases risks of ___________
AIDS
What is the definition of Legal drugs?
Drugs approved for sale either by prescription or over the counter
Marijuana Potency increased by ________ since the 1960’s
275%
Any use of Cocaine can lead to _________ and cause ________
Addiction
Depression
Cocaine is a very strong ________
stimulant
Cocaine is a drug that ________
Kills
Cocaine is ________ _________
Powerfully Addictive
What are the 4 stages of alcohol and drug abuse?
- Experimentation
- Frequent use
- Preoccupation with desire of drug
- Need drug to feel ok
Alcohol can cause what type of problems? There are 5
Car Accidents Injuries Suicides Serious diseases Cancers
Alcohol is a legal drug, except to _________
Those under legal drinking age.
PCP can lead to ________ and _________
Harm
Death
Youths use drugs for what reason?
Peer Pressure