Drugs

Question 1

What is the definition of a drug?

Answer 1

A chemical that affects the normal chemical reactions in the body or the nervous system.

Question 2

The two categories of drug are…

Answer 2

1.Medicinal drugs (medicines)
2. Recreational drugs

Question 3

What is a recreational drug?

Answer 3

A drug taken for fun.

Question 4

Give 3 examples of medicinal drugs

Answer 4

Paracetamol
Antibiotics
Ibuprofen

Question 5

What are antibiotics taken for?

Answer 5

To treat bacterial infections.

Question 6

Why do we take paracetamol?

Answer 6

Painkiller

Question 7

Why do we take ibuprofen?

Answer 7

To ease muscle/joint pain

Question 8

Are recreational drugs prescribed by a doctor?

Answer 8

No

Question 9

What is a prescribed drug?

Answer 9

A drug that is given with permission by a doctor.

Question 10

Name 3 illegal recreational drugs.

Answer 10

Heroin
Cannabis
Cocaine

Question 11

Name 2 common legal recreational drugs

Answer 11

Alcohol

Nicotine (cigarettes)

Question 12

If you are dependent on a drug what does it mean?

Answer 12

That you feel like you cannot function properly without it.

Question 13

What do we mean by addiction?

Answer 13

When a person becomes dependent on a drug (like they can;t go without).

Question 14

If an addict stops taking a drug they may suffer unpleasant symptoms called…

Answer 14

withdrawal symptoms

Question 15

Give some examples of withdrawal symptoms.

Answer 15

Sweating
Headaches
Vomiting
Anxiety

Question 16

Why are some recreational drugs illegal?

Answer 16

Health risks: They can harm the body and mind, cause addiction, or lead to overdose.
Social problems: They can increase crime and hurt communities.
Safety concerns: Using them can be dangerous for individuals and others.
History and politics: Some were banned due to past events or decisions.
Public protection: Laws aim to keep people safe.