Substance Abuse
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Substance Abuse starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the role of the reward pathway in substance abuse.
Describe the term 'gateway drug' and give an example.
Describe two long-term effects of chronic alcohol abuse on the human body.
Describe two social consequences of substance abuse.
Explain how substance abuse can impact mental health.
Explain the difference between drug tolerance and drug dependence.
A 17-year-old student is caught using cannabis at school. Which of the following consequences is LEAST likely? (1) Suspension from school (2) Legal action (3) Improved academic performance (4) Counseling referral
A patient is prescribed painkillers after surgery but continues to use them long after the pain is gone, feeling unable to stop. What is this an example of? (1) Drug tolerance (2) Drug dependence (3) Drug allergy (4) Drug interaction
A 17-year-old student is caught using cannabis at school. Which of the following consequences is LEAST likely? (1) Suspension from school (2) Legal action (3) Improved academic performance (4) Counseling referral
A patient is prescribed painkillers after surgery but continues to use them long after the pain is gone, feeling unable to stop. What is this an example of? (1) Drug tolerance (2) Drug dependence (3) Drug allergy (4) Drug interaction
Which class of drugs does heroin belong to? (1) Stimulants (2) Depressants (3) Hallucinogens (4) Opioids
Which of the following is a common psychological effect of hallucinogens? (1) Increased heart rate (2) Visual distortions (3) Drowsiness (4) Coughing
Fill in the blank: The legal age for alcohol consumption varies by __________.
Fill in the blank: The main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis is __________.
Fill in the blank: The neurotransmitter most commonly associated with the reward pathway in the brain is __________.
Fill in the blank: The process by which the body eliminates a drug is called __________.
True or False: All drugs that are abused are illegal.
True or False: All prescription drugs are safe to use without medical supervision.
True or False: Peer pressure is a significant factor in the initiation of substance use among adolescents.
True or False: Substance abuse can be prevented through education and awareness programs.
