Questions and Answers
Which is the most commonly used illegal drug?
Which of the following is NOT classified as a stimulant?
It is easier to become addicted to methamphetamine when it is ___
smoked
Drugs that cause the user to have hallucinations (e.g., LSD) are referred to as ___
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Rohypnol is often referred to as a ___
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When the joint action of two drugs greatly increases the physiological response to a drug, this is known as ___
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What is another name for the drug with the street name 'ice'?
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a 'designer drug'?
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Alcohol belongs to which classification of drug?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of drug use during pregnancy?
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Methadone has been used to treat people dependent on which drug?
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Approximately what percent of college students have used illegal drugs in the past year?
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The term 'substance use disorder' refers to using drugs to an extent that they lead to an ___
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a narcotic?
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Which of the following factors is NOT likely to make someone use or abuse drugs?
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Which of the following is the most widely used drug among young people?
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Which painkiller receives a lot of attention because of its misuse and is also known as 'hillbilly heroin'?
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According to a recent study, use of marijuana increased the risk of experiencing ___
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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'generational forgetting'?
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What two categories were used to describe the effects of different classes of drugs?
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Study Notes
Drugs and Substance Use
- Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug.
- Alcohol is classified as a depressant, not a stimulant.
- Methamphetamine is easier to become addicted to when smoked.
- Hallucinogens, like LSD, cause users to experience hallucinations.
- Rohypnol is commonly referred to as a date rape drug.
Drug Interactions and Classifications
- A synergistic effect occurs when the combined action of two drugs enhances physiological responses beyond what each can achieve alone.
- Crystal methamphetamine is also known as "ice."
- Meth, or "ice," is not classified as a "designer drug."
- Alcohol is categorized as a depressant.
Outcomes of Drug Use
- Increased weight and length of babies is not a consequence of drug use during pregnancy.
- Methadone is used to treat dependence on heroin.
- Approximately 35% of college students report using illegal drugs in the past year.
- Substance use disorder refers to drug use that leads to impairment in function.
Attitudes towards Drug Use
- Marijuana is not classified as a narcotic.
- Lack of knowledge about drug effects is less likely to be a factor in initiating drug use or abuse.
- Marijuana is the most widely used drug among young people.
- OxyContin, often misused and referred to as "hillbilly heroin," is a painkiller that garners significant attention.
Health Risks Associated with Drug Use
- Marijuana use has been linked to an increased risk of panic attacks.
- The concept of "generational forgetting" describes memory problems later in life resulting from early drug use.
- Drug effects can be categorized into physiological and psychological responses.
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Test your knowledge on Chapter 21 of Health and Personal Wellness with these informative flashcards. This quiz covers essential questions on drugs, their classifications, and their effects. Ideal for students looking to reinforce their understanding of substance use topics.
