Substance Abuse
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Substance Abuse starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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A 17-year-old student starts using prescription painkillers without a doctor's advice to cope with stress. What type of substance abuse is this?
Describe how substance abuse can impact family dynamics.
Describe the concept of 'gateway drugs' and give an example.
Describe two social consequences of substance abuse.
A 17-year-old student starts using prescription painkillers without a doctor's advice to cope with stress. What type of substance abuse is this?
A 19-year-old university student reports experiencing anxiety, insomnia, and tremors after abruptly stopping the use of a certain substance. Which class of drugs is most likely responsible for these withdrawal symptoms? (1) Stimulants (2) Depressants (3) Hallucinogens (4) Inhalants
A research study finds that individuals exposed to high levels of stress during adolescence are more likely to develop substance use disorders later in life. Suggest a biological explanation for this observation.
A 20-year-old individual has been using a certain drug for several months. They report needing to take larger amounts to feel the same effects and experience strong cravings when not using the drug. Explain the biological mechanisms underlying these observations.
Which of the following drugs is most commonly associated with overdose deaths worldwide? (1) Cannabis (2) Opioids (3) Caffeine (4) Nicotine
Which of the following is a depressant? (1) Caffeine (2) Alcohol (3) Amphetamine (4) LSD
Which of the following is a hallucinogen? (1) Heroin (2) LSD (3) Nicotine (4) Alcohol
Which of the following is a long-term effect of cannabis use? (1) Improved memory (2) Impaired cognitive function (3) Increased alertness (4) Enhanced coordination
Fill in the blank: The chemical in tobacco responsible for addiction is __________.
Fill in the blank: The compulsive seeking and use of a drug, despite harmful consequences, is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The legal age for alcohol consumption varies by __________.
Fill in the blank: The main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis is __________.
True or False: All drugs of abuse are illegal.
True or False: Peer pressure is a significant factor in the initiation of substance use among teenagers.
True or False: Substance abuse can lead to both physical and psychological dependence.
True or False: Substance abuse can lead to changes in brain structure and function.
