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Drug Vocab
Drug Unit
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Side-Effect | An effect from using a medication that is not intended |
| Long-Term Effects | An effect of using a drug after a long period of time |
| Short-Term Effects | An effect felt immediately after taking a drug |
| Binge Drinking | Drinking a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time |
| Tolerance | When a user needs more of a drug to get the same effect |
| Dependence/Addiction | When a person mentally or physically relies on a drug to make it through their day |
| Withdrawal | The symptoms a user feels after they quit using a drug |
| Drug Misuse | The unintentional misuse of a drug; taking more of a drug than required |
| Drug Abuse | Using a drug for something other than it's intended purpose |
| Gateway Drugs | Drugs that users start with that lead to more dangerous drugs |
| Physical Dependence | When a person physically needs more of a drug |