Illegal Drugs Flashcards
Substances that slow down the normal brain function
Depressants
The main active chemical in marijuana
THC
Produce a feeling of drowsiness
Depressants
Example of Hallucinogen
PCP
Animal tranquilizer and causes hallucinations
Ketamine
Made up of dried leave and flowers of a hemp plant called cannabis
Marijuana
Club drug
Ecstacy
Depresses the central nervous system and can cause a loss of memory
Rohypnol
When your body develops a need for a drug.
Tolerance
Substance whose fumes are sniffed or inhaled to produce mind altering sensations
Inhalants
Cocaine, Meth, and Amphetamine are examples of what
Stimulants
Using an illegal drug
Drug abuse
Synthetic substances that are related to male sex hormones
Anabolic steroid
The physical process of ridding the body of and addictive substance
Detoxification
Breathable chemical vapor
Inhalant
Drugs that are obtainable only by prescription and used to relieve pain
Narcotics
A group of people who work together to help one another to stay drug free
Support groups
Provide treatment at a program site
Outpatient programs
Provides an opportunity to openly share feelings and thoughts with a trained professional
Counseling
Once a person admits that he or she has a drug problem this can begin
Recovery
Define stop
Say no
Tell why not
Offer other options
Promptly leave
