ch 12 illegal drugs section 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Drug abuse
A
intentional improper or unsafe use of a drug/ recreational purpose
2
Q
overdose
A
taking too much of a drug
3
Q
illegal drugs
A
possessing, using, buying or selling these drugs is against the law for ppl of any age
4
Q
what can illegal drugs result in?
A
addiction, damage to the brain or body, suicide, violent crimes, contraction of diseases
5
Q
what can overdose cause?
A
sickness, unconsciousness, permanent health damage, or death
6
Q
what can repeated drug use result in?
A
addiction
7
Q
what causes teens to use and abuse drugs?
A
stressors, peer pressure, + media
8
Q
are teens at higher risk?
A
yes bc brain is still changing
