Health (Drugs) Flashcards
1
Q
What is marijuana’s active chemical ingredient?
A
THC
2
Q
What syndrom can marijuana lead to?
A
Amotivational Syndrome
2
Q
Marijuana alters…
A
..You’re mood and mind
3
Q
Everyone has a unique chemical make up
(T/F)
A
TRUE
4
Q
What is medical marijuana used for?
A
It’s used for chronic (chrones) conditions
5
Q
What do stimulants do?
A
Increases speed of body sytems
6
Q
Amphetamines
A
Illegal drug that used to stay awake or alert. Can make you lose weight
7
Q
Methamphetamines
A
Makes you feel confident and full of energy; can get scabs due to feeling insects crawling over you.
8
Q
Cocaine
A
Leads to brief feeling of wellness
9
Q
Crack
A
processed cocaine; looks like chunks of crystal
10
Q
Narcotics
A
made from opium
11
Q
Heroine
A
made from morphine
