Drugs

Question 1

What is a depressant

Answer 1

Slow functioning of nervous systems, e.g. alcohol or cannabis

Question 2

What are the effects of depressants

Answer 2

Slowed speech, too much = stops functioning, fatigue, slow reactions and slow breathing.

Question 3

What is a stimulant?

Answer 3

Increases functioning, e.g. caffeine or tobacco.

Question 4

What are effects of a stimulant?

Answer 4

Rushed speech, risk of violence, increase in heart rate, loss of appetite and energy increase.

Question 5

What is a hallucinogen?

Answer 5

It alters the person’s perception of reality. They may see, hear, feel and taste different things.

Question 6

What is caffeine?

Answer 6

It is a stimulant drug, which is found in drinks such as coffee, coke and tea.

Question 7

What are short term effects of caffeine?

Answer 7

Increased energy + alertness, increased body temperature, frequency (urinating), increased heart rate, headaches, sweating, shaking / trembling & nausea.

Question 8

What are long term effects of caffeine?

Answer 8

Restlessness, Nervousness, anxiety, changes in sleep patterns, stomach problems, muscle twitches and irregular rapid heart rates.