Drugs

Question 1

Alchohol

Answer 1

Depressant

Initial high followed by relaxation

Depression, memory loss, organ damage, impaired reactions

Question 2

Heroin

Answer 2

Depressant

Rush of euphoria, relief from pain

depressed physiology, brutal withdrawal

Question 3

Caffeine

Answer 3

Stimulant

Increased alertness and wakefulness

anxiety, restlessness, insomnia in high dosages; uncomfortable withdrawal

Question 4

Nicotine

Answer 4

Stimulant

Arousal and relaxation, sense of well-being

Heart disease, cancer

Question 5

Cocaine

Answer 5

Stimulant

Rush of euphoria, confidence, energy

cardiovascular stress, suspiciousness, depressive crash

Question 6

Methamphetamine

Answer 6

Stimulant

Euphoria, alertness, energy

irritability, insomnia, seizures, hypertensions

Question 7

Ecstasy (MDMA)

Answer 7

Stimulant; mild halluciongen

Emotional elevation; disinhibition

dehydration, overheating, depressed mood, impaired cognitive and immune functioning

Question 8

LSD

Answer 8

Hallucinogen

Visual trip

risk of panic

Question 9

Marijuana (THC)

Answer 9

Hallucinogen

Enhanced sensation, relief of pain, distortion of time, relaxation

Impaired learning and memory, increased risk of psychological disorders