Module 1.3B Psychoactive Drugs

Question 1

Alcohol

Answer 1

Type: Depressant
Pleasure: Initial high followed by relaxation and disinhibition
Negative: Depression, memory loss, organ damage, impaired reactions

Question 2

Heroin

Answer 2

Type: Depressant
Pleasure: Rush of euphoria, relief from pain
Negative: Depressed physiology, loss of natural endorphin unction

Question 3

Caffeine

Answer 3

Type: Stimulant
Pleasure: Increased alertness and wakefulness
Negative: Anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia in high doses.

Question 4

Nicotine

Answer 4

Type: Stimulant
Pleasure: Arousal and relaxation, sense of well-being
Negative: Heart disease, cancer

Question 5

Cocaine

Answer 5

Type: Stimulant
Pleasure: Rush of euphoria, confidence, energy
Negative: Cardiovascular stress, suspiciousness, depressive crash

Question 6

Methamphetamine

Answer 6

Type: Stimulant
Pleasure: Euphoria, alertness, energy
Negative: Irritability, insomnia, hypertension, seizures

Question 7

Ecstasy

Answer 7

Type: Stimulant, mild hallucinogen
Pleasure: Emotional elevation, disinhibition
Negative: Dehydration, overheating, depressed mood, impaired cognitive and immune functioning

Question 8

LSD

Answer 8

Hallucinogen
Pleasure: Visual “trip”
Negative: Risk of Panic

Question 9

Marijuana

Answer 9

Mild Hallucinogen