Definitions

Question 1

Depressants

Answer 1

drugs that slow down the functioning of the central nervous sytem

Question 2

Stimulants

Answer 2

drugs that increase the functioning of the central nervous system

Question 3

Hallucinogens

Answer 3

drugs that alter an individual’s perception of reality

Question 4

Central nervous system

Answer 4

the main network for controlling the body, alters normal bodily function

Question 5

Drugs

Answer 5

any chemical substance that, when absorbed into the . body, alters normal bodily function

Question 6

Tolerance

Answer 6

decreased sensitivity to the effects of a drug

Question 7

Dependence

Answer 7

reliance on or addiction to a substancve

Question 8

Withdrawal

Answer 8

the process of discontinuing the use of a drug. It is often characterised by sweating, tremors and nausea and pain

Question 9

Pharmaceutical drug

Answer 9

drug or medicine . that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies

Question 10

Harm minimisation

Answer 10

a range of approaches to prevent and reduce risk of particular behaviours (for example, unsafe sex, smoking, road use etc.)

Question 11

Abuse

Answer 11

overuse or misuse of a substance

Question 12

Legislation

Answer 12

law or policy in place relating to certain countries

Question 13

Carcinogenic

Answer 13

a substance that through using it, has potential to cause the growth of a cancer.

Question 14

Addiction

Answer 14

uncontrollable craving, seeking, and use of a substance.

Question 15

Prescription

Answer 15

licensed medicine, regulated by legislation