Substance Use and Addictions Terminology
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What is the definition of addiction based on the provided text?

  • An urge to do something that is hard to control or stop (correct)
  • Using a legal or illegal substance in the wrong way
  • The use of substances to improve activity performance
  • A chemical that affects your body

    • Which category of drugs changes the way a person feels pain?

  • Depressants
  • Prescription Drugs
  • Stimulants
  • Opioids (correct)

    • What is the impact of second-hand smoke in the long term?

  • Causes troubles with thinking and problem solving
  • Health problems like lung cancer and heart disease (correct)
  • Leads to memory loss and brain problems
  • Improves activity performance in humans

    • What is a common reason for substance abuse according to the text?

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

    What does cannabis cause according to the text?

    <p>Trouble thinking and lung problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main impact of alcohol on the heart and circulatory system?

    <p>High blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder caused by?

    <p><em>Alcohol consumption during pregnancy</em></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vaping powered by batteries creates bad smell and fumes.

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

    Prescription drugs are always legal to use without any restrictions.

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

    Opioids are a type of drug that calms the nerves and relaxes the body.

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

    Second Hand Smoke causes only short-term effects like headache and eye pain.

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

    Performance-enhancing drugs like anabolic steroids are legal for use in sports competitions.

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

    Cannabis is legal for anyone under 19 years old.

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

    Alcohol has no long-term effects on memory or brain function.

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

    Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder can be cured with appropriate medication.

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

    Nicotine is not found in tobacco plants.

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

    Substance abuse can never be due to peer pressure or curiosity.

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

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