Substance Use and Abuse in the Philippines
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Which of the following is classified as a drug of abuse in the Philippines?

  • LSD
  • Shabu (correct)
  • Cocaine
  • Heroin

Drug tolerance requires a person to use a smaller amount of the substance to achieve the same effects.

False (B)

What is drug misuse?

The use of a substance inconsistent with the prescribed dosage or frequency.

The three drugs of abuse commonly found in the Philippines are ______, marijuana, and inhalants.

<p>shabu</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct definitions:

<p>Drug Dependence = A strong desire to take a substance Drug Abuse = Use for non-medicinal purposes Gateway drugs = Legal drugs that may lead to more dangerous drugs Depressant drugs = Slow down the central nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which harmful effect is associated with drug abuse?

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

Family influence is one of the domains of life that affects drug use and abuse.

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

Depressant drugs can cause a person to feel ______ and light-headed.

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What is the maximum penalty for maintaining a den, dive, or resort that caters to minor clients?

<p>Death with a P10M fine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Selling dangerous drugs within 100 meters of a school incurs the same penalties as other unlawful acts.

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

What is the penalty for a financier of illegal drug activities?

<p>Death + P10M fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

The penalty for a protector or coddler is _____ years and a fine between P100k and P500k.

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the act to its corresponding penalty.

<p>Sale of dangerous drugs = Life to Death + P500k-P10M Maintenance of a Den = Life to Death + P500k-P10M Catering to minor clients = Death + P10M fine Financier of drug activity = Death + P10M fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be established for the sale, trading, or distribution of dangerous drugs?

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The penalty for delivering dangerous drugs is less severe than that of selling them.

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If a minor is used as a courier in drug-related activities, the maximum penalty is _____ to _____ years.

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What is meant by 'voluntary' treatment for drug dependence?

<p>The drug dependent decides to seek treatment on their own. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Compulsory confinement is only necessary if the drug dependent poses a threat to themselves.

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Who must secure a Certification of Suspended Sentence for a minor drug dependent with a pending case?

<p>Parents or guardian</p> Signup and view all the answers

The drug dependent must be examined by a __________ doctor.

<p>DOH accredited</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002?

<p>To safeguard the youth from harmful effects of dangerous drugs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The government always decides the place of confinement for drug dependents.

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

If a drug dependent is found positive, the __________ must be submitted with the other documents to the Legal Affairs Division of DDB.

<p>Drug Dependency Exam (DDE)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the unlawful acts to their corresponding penalties:

<p>Importer using regular means = Life to Death + P500k-P10M Importer using Diplomatic Passport = Death + P10M Financier of Importation = Death + P10M Organizer of Importation = Death + P10M</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum penalty for possessing equipment intended for using dangerous drugs?

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A person found positive for dangerous drug use for the first offense can be sentenced to one year of rehabilitation.

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What is the fine range for possessing equipment intended for drug use?

<p>P10k to P50k</p> Signup and view all the answers

If someone is apprehended for drug use a second time, they face imprisonment of ___ to ___ years.

<p>6, 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum penalty for cultivating dangerous drugs?

<p>Life imprisonment and a fine of P500k to P10M (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The possession of dangerous drugs is considered evidence of drug use.

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For what offense will a person serving their penalty not be subject to the provisions under Section 15?

<p>Possession of a quantity of dangerous drug as per Section 11</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the penalties with the specific offenses related to dangerous drugs.

<p>Possession of drug paraphernalia = Imprisonment of 6 months &amp; 1 day - 4 years First offense drug use = Minimum of 6 months rehabilitation Second offense drug use = Imprisonment of 6 years &amp; 1 day to 12 years plus fine Cultivation of dangerous drugs = Life imprisonment to death + Fine of P500k to P10M</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for organizing or financing illegal activities related to dangerous drugs?

<p>Death and Fine of P10M (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person acting as a protector or coddler of a violator faces imprisonment of at least 20 years.

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

What is the maximum fine for unlawful prescription of dangerous drugs?

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Any attempt or conspiracy to commit unlawful acts regarding dangerous drugs is penalized by the same penalty prescribed for the ______.

<p>commission of the act</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following unlawful acts with their respective punishments:

<p>Organizing drug activities = Death + P10M Fine Acting as protector/coddler = 12 years &amp; 1 day - 20 years + P100k - P500k Fine Unlawful prescription = Imprisonment of 6 months - 6 years + Fine False drug test results = Imprisonment of 1 - 3 years + P20k - P50k Fine</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an unlawful act under the related sections?

<p>Maintaining a public health office (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Public officers are not held criminally liable for misappropriation of seized dangerous drugs.

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What happens to an elective official who benefits from trafficking proceeds?

<p>Removed from office and perpetually disqualified from holding positions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for planting any dangerous drug or controlled precursor, regardless of quantity?

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

Law enforcement agencies are not responsible for presenting witnesses in dangerous drug cases.

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What is the act of maliciously inserting drugs to implicate an innocent person called?

<p>planting of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

The immediate superior of a law enforcement official can face imprisonment of ____ to ____ years for negligence in presenting a witness.

<p>2 months, 6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the penalties with their corresponding violations:

<p>Death = Planting of drugs 12 years and 1 day - 20 years + Fine of P500,000 = Failure to appear as a witness 2 months - 6 years + Fine of P10k to P50k = Negligence in presenting a witness Perpetual disqualification = Failure to exert reasonable efforts to present a witness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about planting of evidence is true?

<p>It involves inserting drugs into a person's possessions. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Members of law enforcement agencies can be reassigned during the court proceedings for a drug case.

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

If a law enforcement officer fails to appear as a witness without valid reason, they could face imprisonment of ____ years.

<p>12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Drugs

Substances that affect the mind, emotions, and behavior when taken into the body.

Drugs of Abuse

Drugs commonly misused.

Drug Dependence

A condition of strongly wanting to use a drug and having a high priority on doing so, affecting a person's physical and mental well-being.

Drug Misuse

Using a drug in a way that is not according to the prescribed dosage or frequency.

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Drug Abuse

Using a drug for reasons other than medical ones.

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Drug Tolerance

The body adapting to a drug, requiring a larger dose for the same effect.

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Gateway Drugs

Legal drugs that can lead to the use of more dangerous drugs.

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Depressant Drugs

Drugs that slow down the central nervous system (CNS).

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Drug Dependency Examination

A medical assessment to determine if someone has a drug dependency.

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Voluntary Drug Treatment

Drug treatment chosen by the individual.

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Compulsory Drug Confinement

Drug treatment required by the court, often for serious cases or those who are a danger to themselves or others.

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Certification of Suspended Sentence

A document required from the court for drug-dependent minors with pending cases to allow treatment.

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Referral Form for Drug Dependency Exam

The document needed to start the drug dependency examination process.

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Dangerous Drugs Board (DDB)

Government organization that deals with dangerous drug issues.

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Petition for Confinement

A formal request to the court to order someone's confinement for drug treatment.

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Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act

A law that addresses the issues and problems caused by dangerous drugs with the goal of protecting the people from harm.

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Illegal Drug Sale Penalty

Selling, trading, distributing, or transporting dangerous drugs carries a penalty ranging from life imprisonment to the death penalty, along with fines of P500,000 to P10,000,000.

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Drug Trafficking near Schools

Drug trafficking within 100 meters of a school carries an enhanced penalty compared to general drug trafficking.

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Possession of drug paraphernalia

Having equipment for smoking, consuming, or injecting drugs without authorization.

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Prima facie evidence

Evidence strong enough to be considered true unless proven otherwise.

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Using Minors in Drug Crimes

Employing minors or those mentally incapacitated in drug trafficking will result in an increased sentence.

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Drug-Related Death Penalty

If a death occurs directly because of a dangerous drug, the perpetrator faces the death penalty and heavy fines.

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First-time drug use penalty

Six months of rehabilitation in a government facility.

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Second-time drug use penalty

Imprisonment of 6 years 1 day to 12 years plus a fine of P50,000 to P200,000.

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Maintaining a Drug Den

Operating a place for selling, administering, or storing drugs is a severe crime.

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Drug cultivation penalty

Life imprisonment to death penalty plus a fine of P500,000 to P10,000,000.

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Drug Den Owner Penalties

Owners of drug dens face the death penalty, substantial fines and the confiscation of the establishment.

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Protecting Drug Dealers

Protecting or aiding drug dealers results in 12 years to 20 years imprisonment and fines between P100,000 and P500,000

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Marijuana cultivation

Planting, cultivating, or growing marijuana is illegal.

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Dangerous Drugs Act

Laws prohibiting possession or use of dangerous drugs.

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Drug-Related Client Death

If a client dies due to drug use in a den, the owner faces the death penalty and massive fines.

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Confirmatory drug test

A second test to confirm the presence of a drug.

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Financing Illegal Drug Activities

Organizing, managing or providing funds for any illegal drug activity.

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Protecting Drug Violators

Shielding or aiding those involved in breaking drug laws.

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Maintaining Drug Transaction Records

Keeping original records of transactions related to dangerous drugs or their precursors.

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Unnecessary Drug Prescription

Prescribing dangerous drugs without a valid medical reason.

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Attempt to Commit Drug Crime

Trying or planning to carry out illegal drug activities.

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Misusing Confiscated Drugs

Stealing, misusing or failing to account for confiscated drugs and related materials.

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Benefitting from Drug Trade

Gaining advantages from drug trafficking.

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Removal from Office for Drug Involvement

Being dismissed from a government position due to benefiting from drug trafficking or receiving funds from drug criminals.

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Planting of Evidence

The act of maliciously placing drugs or precursor chemicals on an innocent person or their property to falsely implicate them in a drug crime.

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Penalty for Planting Evidence

The penalty for planting evidence of dangerous drugs or controlled precursors is DEATH.

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Responsibility of Law Enforcement

Law enforcement officers must appear as witnesses in drug cases; failure to do so without valid reason is a crime.

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Punishment for Failing to Appear

The penalty for a law enforcement officer refusing to appear in court for a drug case is 12 years and 1 day to 20 years imprisonment, and a fine of P500,000.

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Superior's Responsibility

If an officer fails to appear, their superior must make reasonable effort to present them to court; failure to do so is also a crime.

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Punishment for Superior's Failure

The penalty for a superior officer failing to present an officer as a witness is 2 years and 1 day to 6 years imprisonment, a fine of P10,000 to P50,000, and perpetual disqualification from public office.

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Transfer Restrictions

Law enforcement officers involved in drug cases cannot be transferred to other jurisdictions during the trial.

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Purpose of Transfer Restriction

This restriction ensures the officer is available for the trial and prevents them from escaping accountability.

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Study Notes

Prevention of Substance Use and Abuse in the Philippines

  • Drugs are substances that have psychological, emotional, and behavioral effects on a person.
  • Shabu, marijuana, and inhalants are the three most commonly abused drugs in the Philippines.
  • Drug dependence is a cluster of physical, behavioral, and cognitive phenomena that make drug use a high priority, creating a strong desire.
  • Drug misuse is inconsistent with prescribed dosage.
  • Drug abuse is use for non-medical reasons. This leads to organ damage (brain and liver), addiction, and troubled behaviors.
  • Drug tolerance is when the body adapts to a drug, requiring more of the drug for the same effect.
  • Domains of life affected by drug use and abuse are community, school, peer relationships, family, and personal domains.
  • Gateway drugs, like cigarettes and alcohol, can lead to more dangerous drugs like marijuana and shabu. Teenagers who smoke or drink earlier have more chances to experiment with dangerous drugs.
  • Harmful effects of drug use and abuse include organ failure, cancer, heart disease, liver problems, paralysis, accidents, and death.
  • Depressant drugs slow down the central nervous system, inducing drowsiness and relaxation. Alcohol, barbiturates, and tranquilizers are depressant drugs. Behavioral problems, heart problems, brain stroke, liver problems, mental disorder, and coma and death are also potential adverse effects from this drug category
  • Stimulant drugs speed up the central nervous system, increasing energy and alertness. This leads to extreme paranoia, multiple organ failure, brain damage, and mental disorder/coma and death. Shabu, caffeine, nicotine, and cocaine are stimulants.
  • Narcotics relieve pain and induce sleepiness. Examples include cocaine, heroin, and marijuana. Harmful effects can include Hepatitis, tetanus, HIV/AIDS, coma, and death
  • Hallucinogens distort reality and senses. Examples include lysergic acid diethylamide, psilocybin, and mescaline. Harmful effects include flashbacks, increased blood pressure, brain damage, mental disorder, coma, and death.
  • Inhalants are readily available household chemicals and anesthetics that can lead to nerve damage, brain damage, muscle spasm, bone marrow damage, coma, and death. Acetone, rugby, spray paint, cleaning fluids, and air conditioning fluid are examples.

Myths and Misconceptions about Drugs

  • Drugs do not improve memory.
  • Drugs do not help with the digestion of food
  • Drugs do not make a person bold.
  • Drugs do not remove life's problems and worries.
  • Drugs do not heat up the body; they make the body lose heat faster.

Effects of Drug Use on the Family, School, and Community

  • Negative effects for the family include broken relations, financial strain, family dishonor, and separation.
  • Negative effects in schools include poor academic performance, high absenteeism, fights, and disrespect towards authorities.
  • Negative effects on the community include increased crime, accidents (e.g., traffic accidents), and decreased economic productivity.

Prevention of Drug Use and Abuse

  • Protective factors to prevent drug use and abuse include a loving and caring family, involvement in sports, positive outlook in life, a positive self-image, caring and supportive friends, and a sense of worthiness and achievement.
  • Coping with stress and depression and having responsible adult role models (and active recreation, participation in sports, clubs, and activities/consultation to parents, teachers, counselors).

Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation

  • Treatment and rehabilitation programs are offered.
  • Voluntary and compulsory treatment options are available, including representation by family members.
  • Steps include completing an application for drug dependency examination (DDE) through the City Anti-Drug Abuse Council (CADAC) and obtaining a police clearance from the barangay where the dependent resides. A certificate of no pending cases from the Regional Trial Court is also required.
  • Steps in securing treatment may involve referrals, doctor examinations, and petitions with the relevant court. The family has the right to choose the treatment and rehabilitation facility.

Requirements for Drug Abuse Treatment

  • DDE application through CADAC or DDB
  • Police clearance and Barangay clearance
  • Certificate of no pending case from RTC
  • Sentence suspension (if applicable, for minors)

Steps in Drug Abuse Treatment and Rehabilitation

  • Voluntary or compulsory treatment
  • Voluntary via a representative
  • Patient chooses rehabilitation center (with family involvement)

Unlawful Acts and Penalties under RA 9165

  • Penalties for importing, financing, protecting, organizing, or managing drug trafficking are severe and include life imprisonment and/or fines.
  • Penalties for selling, distributing, delivering, transporting, and brokering drugs vary based on the type of drug and quantity of drugs possessed. Penalties include, but are not limited to, life imprisonment and/or heavy fines
  • Penalties for establishing a den, dive or resort where drugs are used include life imprisonment.
  • Penalties for maintaining records for drug transactions include severe punishments in relation to the act committed.
  • Penalties for use of dangerous drugs include rehabilitation and more severe punishments for subsequent offenses including a variety of sanctions.
  • Penalties for the cultivation of dangerous drugs are life imprisonment.

Other Unlawful Acts and Penalties

  • Planting of evidence; possession of equipment and instruments for drug use.
  • Delay and bungling in prosecuting drug cases: penalties related to negligence or deliberate delay.

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This quiz explores the key concepts and effects of substance use and abuse, focusing on prevalent drugs in the Philippines such as shabu, marijuana, and inhalants. It also addresses issues like drug dependence and the impact of substance misuse on various aspects of life. Test your knowledge about prevention and the consequences of drug abuse.

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