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What is a key advantage of synthetic drugs over their natural counterparts?
What is a key advantage of synthetic drugs over their natural counterparts?
- They are easier to manufacture
- They have fewer side effects
- They can be precisely synthesized to increase purity and potency (correct)
- They are less potent
What is the purpose of taking LSD?
What is the purpose of taking LSD?
- To experience altered consciousness and heightened awareness of the world (correct)
- To relieve pain
- To treat anxiety
- To induce sleep
What is a characteristic of semi-synthetic drugs?
What is a characteristic of semi-synthetic drugs?
- They are entirely synthesized in a lab
- They are only used for medical purposes
- They are derived from natural sources
- They modify chemical structures without changing the core nucleus (correct)
What is a potential drawback of synthetic drugs?
What is a potential drawback of synthetic drugs?
What is the minimum amount of LSD required to achieve a 'high'?
What is the minimum amount of LSD required to achieve a 'high'?
What is the source of LSD?
What is the source of LSD?
What is the primary purpose of certain drugs in the context of pain management?
What is the primary purpose of certain drugs in the context of pain management?
What is a potential consequence of misusing drugs for recreational purposes?
What is a potential consequence of misusing drugs for recreational purposes?
Why is it important to use drugs under the guidance of a qualified medical professional?
Why is it important to use drugs under the guidance of a qualified medical professional?
What can occur naturally, without the use of drugs, that psychoactive drugs can also induce?
What can occur naturally, without the use of drugs, that psychoactive drugs can also induce?
What is a key factor in minimizing the risks associated with drug use?
What is a key factor in minimizing the risks associated with drug use?
What is a potential outcome of self-medication or unsupervised drug use?
What is a potential outcome of self-medication or unsupervised drug use?
What is a severe consequence of drug misuse?
What is a severe consequence of drug misuse?
What type of dependence is characterized by the body's reliance on a drug?
What type of dependence is characterized by the body's reliance on a drug?
What is a clear danger associated with drug dependence?
What is a clear danger associated with drug dependence?
What can lead to a harmful cycle of abuse and addiction?
What can lead to a harmful cycle of abuse and addiction?
Why is it important to consider the consequences of drug use?
Why is it important to consider the consequences of drug use?
What is a common misconception about drug overdose?
What is a common misconception about drug overdose?
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