Substances

Question 1

is anything that is taken by a person for a variety of effects

Answer 1

substance

Question 2

refers merely to utilizing a specific substance for its normal use

Answer 2

Substance use

Question 3

is the use of a substance for reasons that are not part of that substance’s common purpose
involves the use of this drug for the side effect rather than the actual curing of the disease

Answer 3

Substance misuse

Question 4

refers to the excessive and harmful use of alcohol and drugs
extends past the typical definitions of substance use and substance misuse
harmful indulgence of a person in a substance, and this leads to many adverse effects in the physical, social, and mental aspects of a person’s life

Answer 4

Substance Abuse

Question 5

involves impulses and the state of finding it difficult to control the intake of a drug, feeling strong desires to take the said drug, prioritizing the drug’s use at the expense of other activities, and using it despite all the harmful effects

Answer 5

Substance dependence, sometimes referred to as dependence syndrome

Question 6

wherein the person dependent on the substance experiences negative effects when he or she goes for an extended time without taking the substance

Answer 6

withdrawal symptoms

Question 7

leads to psychological withdrawal symptoms, such as mood and emotional changes

Answer 7

Psychological dependence

Question 8

on the other hand, leads to physical withdrawal like alterations in heart rate or blood pressure without the drug

Answer 8

Physical dependence

Question 9

● minimal supervision of parents or guardians 
● problems with mental health 
● easy access to substances 
● peer pressure 
● abuse 
● neglect 
● genetic predisposition 
● exposure

Answer 9

risk factors

Question 10

● developing good social skills 
● support from parents and guardians 
● being well-cared for 
● good relationship with friends and peers 
● discipline 
● engagements with academics and sports

Answer 10

Protective Factors

Question 11

are substances that have effects on the nervous system, and in many cases, can alter many aspects of how a person can perceive his or her surroundings

Answer 11

Psychoactive substances

Question 12

• AGE : Mean age of 32 years old; Median of 33 years
• SEX : Ratio of Male to Female 9:1
• CIVIL STATUS : Single (49.28%)
• STATUS OF EMPLOYMENT : Employed (55.31%)
• EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT : High School Level (27.99%)
• ECONOMIC STATUS : Average Family Income Php 13,695.65
• PLACE OF RESIDENCE : Urban (Specifically NCR 32.41%)
• DURATION OF DRUG USE : More than six (6) years
• NATURE OF DRUG TAKING : Mono drug use (abuse of 1 drug only)
• DRUGS/SUBSTANCES OF ABUSE :
Methamphetamine Hydrochloride (Shabu)
Cannabis (Marijuana)
Contact Cement (Rugby)

Answer 12

PROFILE OF DRUG ABUSERS
(Facility Based)
CY 2019

Question 13

also known as shabu, meth, ice, speed, or crystal meth. This drug is a stimulant and has many negative effects that include oral problems, weight loss, anxiety, violent behavior, and many more

Answer 13

Methamphetamine hydrochloride

Question 14

also known as cannabis, weed, or damo in the Philippines
is one of the most widely used drugs and has, in fact, many medicinal properties as studies claim. It supposedly has lesser negative effects compared to other illicit drugs but includes thinking impairment in teenagers and children. Nonetheless, this drug is still illegal in the country.

Answer 14

Marijuana

Question 15

also known as ecstasy, molly, drop, or E. This drug supposedly produces changes in mood and energy, among other recreational effects. Long-term use can lead to aggression, depression, anxiety, and more.

Answer 15

3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine