Health Effects of Substance Abuse Quiz

Test your knowledge on substance abuse effects and risks with our quiz. Learn about addiction, withdrawal, and long-term consequences.

#1

Which of the following is not a commonly abused substance?

Alcohol
Cannabis
Nicotine
Heroin
#2

What is the primary psychoactive component in cannabis?

Cocaine
Nicotine
THC
Morphine
#3

What is the most commonly used illicit drug in the United States?

Cocaine
Heroin
Methamphetamine
Marijuana
#4

Which of the following is a potential consequence of long-term cocaine use?

Increased appetite
Elevated heart rate
Reduced energy levels
Improved memory
#5

What is the primary psychoactive component in tobacco products?

Nicotine
Caffeine
THC
Methamphetamine
#6

Which of the following is a common symptom of stimulant withdrawal?

Sedation
Increased appetite
Euphoria
Fatigue
#7

What organ is most affected by excessive alcohol consumption?

Liver
Kidney
Heart
Lungs
#8

Which neurotransmitter is associated with the brain's reward system and is often influenced by substance abuse?

Serotonin
Dopamine
Endorphins
GABA
#9

Which of the following is a long-term effect of opioid abuse?

Increased heart rate
Elevated blood pressure
Respiratory depression
Decreased appetite
#10

What is the primary risk factor for developing an addiction?

Genetics
Peer pressure
Socioeconomic status
Dietary habits
#11

Which substance is commonly associated with the risk of contracting HIV/AIDS and hepatitis when injected?

Alcohol
Cannabis
Heroin
Nicotine
#12

Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of opioid withdrawal?

Increased appetite
Sweating and chills
Euphoria
Decreased heart rate
#13

What is the term for a severe form of alcohol withdrawal that involves confusion, hallucinations, and seizures?

Binge drinking
Delirium tremens
Blackout
Alcohol poisoning
#14

What is the term for the phenomenon where an individual needs increasingly larger doses of a substance to achieve the same effect?

Tolerance
Addiction
Withdrawal
Relapse
#15

Which of the following is a potential long-term effect of heavy alcohol consumption?

Enhanced cognitive function
Improved sleep quality
Liver cirrhosis
Reduced risk of heart disease
#16

What is the term for a state of physical or psychological discomfort that occurs when a person stops using a substance to which they are addicted?

Tolerance
Dependence
Withdrawal
Relapse
#17

Which of the following is a potential consequence of long-term inhalant abuse?

Lung cancer
Liver damage
Neurological impairment
Heart disease

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