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Drug Unit
Mr. Williams Drug Unit Study Guide
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is Drug Misuse? | Improper use of medication (as specified by a doctor) |
| What is Drug Abuse? | Illegal use of a drug; use of substances that should not enter the body |
| What is Drug Addiction? | A physical or psychological need for a drug |
| What is the 5 Drug Classifications? | Narcotics, Stimulants, Depressant, Hallucinogens, and Inhalants |
| What is the definition of Narcotics? | Narcotics are specific drugs that are obtainable only by prescription and are used to relieve pain – very addictive. |
| What is the classification and definition of Morphine? | 1. Narcotics. 2. Prescription drug used to treat extreme pain. |
| What is the classification and definition of Codeine? | 1. Narcotics. 2. Prescription drug used to treat extreme pain. |
| What is the classification and definition of Heroin? | 1. Narcotics. 2. Illegal drug made from morphine – most commonly abused narcotic – potentially fatal (street drug) |
| What is the definition of Stimulants? | Stimulants are substances that speed up the body’s functions like heart rate, breathing and blood pressure (ex. caffeine, amphetamine, cocaine, crack) – very addictive. |
| What is the classification and definition of Caffeine? | 1. Stimulants. 2. Drug found in cocoa, coffee, tea, soft drinks |
| What is the classification and definition of Amphetamine? | 1. Stimulants. 2. A drug that stimulates the Central Nervous System – often prescribed for treating hyperactive children. |
| What is the classification and definition of Methamphetamine? | 1. Stimulants. 2. Similar to amphetamine – prescribed for treating narcolepsy, Parkinson’s Disease, obesity. |
| What is the classification and definition of Cocaine? | 1. Stimulants. 2. Powerful, illegal stimulant - potentially fatal (street drug). |
| What is the classification and definition of Crack? | 1. Stimulants. 2. Concentrated form of cocaine that can be smoked – effects are stronger than cocaine – potentially fatal (street drug). |
| What is the nickname for Depressants? | Sedatives. |
| What is the definition of Depressants? | Depressants are substances that slow down the body’s functions and reactions like heart rate, breathing, blood pressure. |
| What is the classification and definition of Tranquilizers? | 1. Depressants. 2. Prescribed to help reduce anxiety and relax muscles, AKA: Valium, Librium, Xanax. |
| What is the classification and definition of Barbiturates? | 1 .Depressants. 2. Powerful sedatives that produce a feeling of relaxation, AKA: Downers, Barbs, Yellow Jackets, Reds (street drugs). |
| What is the classification and definition of Hypnotics? | 1. Depressants. 2. Powerful drugs that bring on sleep, AKA: Quaaludes, Ludes, Sopor. |
| What is the definition of Hallucinogens? | Hallucinogens are drugs that distort moods, thoughts and senses – often leads to misjudgment which can result in death (street drugs). |
| What is the classification and definition of PCP? | 1. Hallucinogens. 2. Powerful and dangerous hallucinogen – often produces strange, destructive behavior, AKA: Angel Dust, Supergrass, Killer Weed, Rocket Fuel |
| What is the classification and definition of LSD? | 1. Hallucinogens. 2. Powerful hallucinogen – produces rapid mood swings, hallucinations, feelings of fear/terror, AKA: Acid, Blotter, Microdot, White Lightning |
| What is the definition of Inhalants? | Inhalants are any substance whose fumes are sniffed and inhaled to produce a mind-altering sensation. |
| Where does the fumes of Inhalants go? | Fumes go directly to the brain and will damage not only the brain, but also the liver, kidneys and other vital organs - a single use could result in sudden death. |
| What is an example of Inhalants? | Spray paint, cleaning fluid, lighter fluid, hair spray, nail polish remover, and other substances. |
| What is the definiton of street drug? | Street Drugs are drugs made or sold outside of the government’s regulations. |
| What is Marijuana? | Marijuana is a plant containing the chemical THC, that is smoked and affects the functioning of the brain & damages heart/lungs - the most commonly used street drug - addictive, AKA: Pot, Grass, Weed, Joint, Herb. |
| What other type of Drug is a street drug? | Hallucinogens are also considered street drugs? |
| What are Club Drugs? | Club Drugs are drugs associated with nightclubs, concerts and raves. |
| What is Ecstasy? | A stimulant/hallucinogen pill – can cause permanent brain damage, AKA: E, X, XTC. |
| What is GHB? | A depressant powder/liquid – extremely dangerous when combined with alcohol or other drugs - results in sleep, coma or death, AKA: Liquid Ecstasy, Liquid X, Georgia Home Boy. |
| What is Rohypnol? | Powerful sedative pill – causes sleepiness and possible blackouts, AKA: Date Rape Drug, Roofies, R-2. |
| What is Ketamine? | Anesthetic used by veterinarians for animals – causes hallucinations – possible respiratory failure |
| What is a Anabolic Steroids? | Anabolic Steroids are a synthetic form of the male growth hormone that causes muscles to bulk up quickly – harmful effects include: acne mood swings nausea liver damage brain cancers shorter adult height when used by children and teens |
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