Substance Abuse
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Substance Abuse starts at 8 and continues till grade 12.
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A 15-year-old student starts skipping school, has mood swings, and is caught with cigarettes. What might be a possible explanation for these changes?
Describe how substance abuse can affect the nervous system.
Describe the impact of substance abuse on academic performance.
Describe the role of peer pressure in substance abuse among adolescents.
Describe two social consequences of substance abuse.
Explain how substance abuse can affect family relationships.
Explain the difference between physical dependence and psychological dependence.
A 15-year-old student starts skipping school, has mood swings, and is caught with cigarettes. What might be a possible explanation for these changes?
Which of the following is a consequence of injecting drugs with shared needles? (1) Improved immunity (2) Risk of HIV infection (3) Better health (4) Increased energy
Which of the following is a depressant? (1) Caffeine (2) Alcohol (3) Cocaine (4) Nicotine
Which of the following is a healthy way to avoid substance abuse? (1) Avoiding exercise (2) Building self-esteem (3) Isolating from friends (4) Ignoring problems
Which of the following is a long-term effect of substance abuse? (1) Improved memory (2) Organ damage (3) Increased energy (4) Better sleep
Fill in the blank: The brain chemical most often associated with the feeling of pleasure and addiction is __________.
Fill in the blank: The chemical in tobacco that causes addiction is called __________.
Fill in the blank: The misuse of medicines for non-medical purposes is called __________ abuse.
Fill in the blank: The part of the brain responsible for decision-making that is affected by substance abuse is the __________ cortex.
True or False: All drugs that are abused are illegal.
True or False: Prescription drugs can be abused if not used as directed by a doctor.
True or False: Substance abuse can be prevented through education and awareness programs.
True or False: Substance abuse can be treated with counseling and medical help.
