Substance Abuse Prevention Overview
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What describes the behavior of excessive use of a substance to modify or control mood in a manner that is harmful?

  • Substance abuse (correct)
  • Substance dependence
  • Substance addiction
  • Substance misuse

    • Which of the following is NOT a symptom of substance abuse?

  • Weight gain (correct)
  • Anxiety
  • Slowed or slurred speech
  • Irritability

    • Tolerance in substance abuse refers to which of the following?

  • No longer experiencing any effects from the substance
  • Feeling high after a lower dose
  • Complete withdrawal from the substance
  • The need for larger doses to achieve the same effect (correct)

    • Which of these substances is classified as a legal depressant?

    <p>Alcohol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the most common emotional symptoms of substance abuse?

    <p>Aggression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one consequence of substance abuse at the individual level?

    <p>Aggressiveness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor increases the likelihood of substance use?

    <p>Chaotic home environment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primary prevention aimed at?

    <p>Preventing the initiation of substance use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the influence of peer pressure on substance use?

    <p>Social influence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is a protective factor against substance abuse?

    <p>Clear parental expectations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method of substance use involves a direct entry into the bloodstream?

    <p>Injection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common consequence of substance abuse at the community level?

    <p>Environment of mistrust (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What physiological state results from repeated drug administration necessitating continued use?

    <p>Neuro-adaptation (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the exaggerated expression of the original condition after stopping an effective treatment?

    <p>Rebound (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of chronic addiction?

    <p>Immediate cure post-relapse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important symptom of substance dependence related to the inability to stop using?

    <p>Cravings (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of addiction is characterized by its severity, affecting all areas of a user's life?

    <p>Progressive (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance is linked to severe health problems like lung cancer and heart disease?

    <p>Tobacco (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the term 'denial' in the context of substance dependence?

    <p>Refusal to recognize the addiction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likelihood of individuals who smoke progressing to marijuana use?

    <p>65 times greater (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    What is substance abuse?

    Using a substance to alter one's mood or mental state in a way that is harmful or illegal.

    What is tolerance?

    The body becoming accustomed to a drug, requiring larger doses to achieve the same effect.

    What is a substance?

    A chemical, drug, or compound that can alter a person's physical, mental, or emotional state.

    What are the signs of substance abuse?

    Behavioral, emotional, and physical changes due to substance use.

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    Why do people start using substances?

    The initiation of substance use can be influenced by factors such as peer pressure, curiosity, and the desire to escape problems.

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    Substance dependence

    A state where the body needs a drug to function normally and experiences withdrawal symptoms when stopping.

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    Withdrawal

    The physical and psychological reactions experienced when stopping a drug.

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    Rebound

    The intensified expression of the original condition after stopping treatment.

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    Tolerance

    The need for a person to use more of a substance to achieve the same effect.

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    Cravings

    The persistent desire or urge to use a substance.

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    Denial in addiction

    A common psychological response to addiction, characterized by a denial of the problem and its consequences.

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    Smoking initiation

    The most important factor in starting substance use.

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    Increased risk of marijuana use

    A significant increase in the risk of marijuana use for those who smoke or drink.

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    Marijuana and Cocaine Link

    People who use marijuana are 104 times more likely to start using cocaine. This highlights the dangerous connection between seemingly less harmful substances and the risk of transitioning to more serious drug use.

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    Risk Factors for Substance Abuse

    A person's chances of using substances increase with the number of risk factors they have. Risk factors can include chaotic home environments, parental substance abuse, academic struggles, and poor social skills.

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    Why People Use Substances

    Substance use can be influenced by a variety of reasons, including trying to cope with stress, fitting in with friends, seeking pleasure, exploring new experiences, or dealing with addiction.

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    Consequences of Substance Abuse

    Each individual, family, and community are affected by substance abuse. The consequences can be harmful, leading to violence, family conflicts, and a decline in social trust.

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    Protective Factors Against Substance Abuse

    Factors that protect individuals from substance abuse include strong family connections, parental involvement, academic success, positive social norms, and strong ties to positive institutions like schools or community groups.

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    Primary Prevention of Substance Abuse

    Primary prevention aims to prevent substance use from starting or delay its onset. This can be achieved by reducing the supply of drugs or by promoting healthy choices and alternatives to substance use.

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    Secondary Prevention of Substance Abuse

    Secondary prevention focuses on identifying and intervening with individuals who are already experimenting with or using substances. This may involve early detection, counseling, and support services to help prevent the escalation of substance use.

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    Study Notes

    Substance Abuse Prevention

    • Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to define substance abuse, describe symptoms and signs, understand initiation of use, identify reasons for alcohol and drug use, recognize risk and protective factors, understand consequences, and identify prevention strategies.

    Definition of Substance

    • A substance is any chemical, drug, or compound (natural or synthetic) that alters physical, mental, or emotional states when used.
    • Substances can be legal (e.g., alcohol, prescription medications) or illegal (e.g., cocaine, heroin).

    Definition of Substance Abuse

    • Substance abuse is excessive use of a substance to modify or control mood or state of mind in an illegal or harmful manner.

    Symptoms and Signs of Substance Abuse

    • Emotional: Aggression, burnout, anxiety, depression, paranoia, denial.
    • Behavioral: Slowed reaction time, impaired coordination, slowed/slurred speech, irritability, excessive talking, inability to sit still, limited attention span, poor motivation or lack of energy.
    • Physical: Weight loss, sweating, chills, smell of alcohol.

    Tolerance

    • Tolerance means an individual needs more of a drug to achieve the same effect as before.
    • Repeated use leads to needing increasingly larger doses to achieve the initial effect.

    Most Common Abusive Substances

    • Cannabis (Marijuana): Derived from the cannabis plant, contains THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) which is psychoactive.
    • Cocaine: A powerful stimulant derived from the coca plant, often in the form of a white powder.
    • Heroin: An opioid made from morphine, often injected, snorted, or smoked.
    • LSD (Lysergic Acid Diethylamide): A hallucinogen that alters perception, mood, and thought processes.
    • Synthetic Cannabinoids: Synthetic chemicals sprayed on plant material to mimic cannabis effects.
    • Alcohol: A legal depressant and addictive liquid commonly consumed as beverages. Causes impaired judgment during acute consumption and liver damage through chronic consumption.
    • Tobacco: Prepared from dried leaves of the Nicotiana tabacum plant. Contains nicotine, an addictive substance. Smoking causes lung cancer, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disease, and strokes. Chewing is linked to oral cancers, gum disease, and tooth loss.

    Substance Dependence

    • Definition: A physiological state of neuroadaptation produced by repeated drug use. Continued use is necessary to prevent withdrawal symptoms .
    • Alcoholism: Means alcohol dependence.

    Additional Problems of Substance Dependence

    • Withdrawal: Psychological and physiological reactions to stopping drug use.
    • Rebound: Exaggerated expression of the original condition after cessation of effective treatment.
    • Inability to stop: Preoccupation with obtaining and using the substance.
    • Tolerance: Requires more of the drug to achieve the initial effect

    Nature of Addiction

    • Chronic: Requires life-long abstinence and engagement in recovery groups.
    • Progressive: Addiction worsens over time, affecting multiple aspects of life.
    • Primary: The main problem needing treatment.

    Disease of Denial

    • Denial is a common psychological response associated with substance abuse.
    • Individuals may refuse to acknowledge the disease’s presence, severity, or consequences.

    Initiation of Substance Use

    • Smoking is a significant factor in moving towards other substances such as marijuana or cocaine.
    • The risk of using marijuana is 65 times greater for those who smoke or drink.
    • The risk of using cocaine is 104 times greater for those who use marijuana.
    • The more risk factors an individual possesses, the higher the likelihood of using substances.

    Ways of Substance Use

    • Smoking/Inhaling
    • Snorting/Insufflation
    • Oral Ingestion
    • Injection

    Reasons for Substance Use

    • Stress relief and coping mechanisms
    • Social influence and peer pressure
    • Recreational and pleasure-seeking
    • Curiosity and experimentation
    • Dependence and addiction

    Consequences of Substance Abuse

    • Individual Level: Aggressiveness, self-harm, risky driving, infections, lung cancer, life revolve around substance use.
    • Family Level: Family conflicts, destructive emotional/physical conflicts, money issues replacing other needs.
    • Community Level: Theft, violence, criminal activity, drug syndicates.

    Risk Factors

    • Chaotic home environment
    • Ineffective parenting
    • Little mutual attachment and nurturing
    • Parental substance abuse or mental illness
    • Academic failure
    • Inappropriate/shy classroom behavior
    • Poor social coping skills
    • Perceived external approval of drug use
    • Associations with deviant people

    Protective Factors

    • Strong family bonds
    • Parental engagement
    • Clear parental expectations and consequences
    • Academic success
    • Conventional norms about drugs and alcohol
    • Strong bonds with pro-social institutions (school, community, mosque)

    Prevention of Substance Abuse

    • Primary Prevention: Preventing initiation of substance use or delaying the age of use begins by reducing supply and demand. Strategies include reducing the supply, minimizing the risk factors, and boosting protective factors.

    • Secondary Prevention: Addressing early stages of psychoactive substance use to prevent escalating problems and mitigate damage.

    • Tertiary Prevention: Ending dependence, minimizing problems from use/abuse, restoring function, and maintaining health. This includes rehab and relapse prevention.

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    This quiz covers the essential aspects of substance abuse prevention, including definitions, symptoms, and risk factors. Students will learn to identify reasons for substance use and explore effective prevention strategies. Understanding these concepts is crucial in promoting a healthy and drug-free lifestyle.

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