Cha. 20: Substance Use and Abuse by Kids Flashcards
1
Q
The two major substances abused by kids are:
A
Alcohol and pot
2
Q
The reasons kids use drugs are:
A
- Experimentation
- Curiosity
- Peer-pressure
- Modeling of parents
- Abuse and neglect
- Self-medicate (few)
- Enjoyment of effects
3
Q
What are some symptoms of substance abuse in adolescents?
A
- Unexplained drop in grades
- Changes in peer groups
- Excessive school absences
- Change in personality
- Instances of child abuse
- Sexual acting out
- Aggression
- Reclusive
- Anhedonia (loss of interest)
- Music selection
4
Q
For adolescents, the clinical criteria should be taken in a bundle; that is, be concerned if there are _____ indicators.
A
Multiple
5
Q
Most kids who leave college early do so because they can’t deal with the _____.
A
Social issues; Poor grades might be the end result
6
Q
Particular concern in college kids is within _____ system with substance abuse.
A
Fraternity/sorority
7
Q
Other chemicals college students use:
A
- Opioids
- Ecstasy
- Adderall, Ritalin - ADHD meds to help focus
- Energy drinks
