Psychoactive Substances and Substance Abuse Quiz

Test your knowledge on stimulants, opioids, hallucinogens, and more. Explore neurotransmitters, symptoms, and treatments in substance abuse psychology.

#1

Which of the following is a commonly abused stimulant?

Cocaine
Heroin
LSD
Marijuana
#2

What is the primary psychoactive component in marijuana?

Cocaine
THC
Nicotine
Methamphetamine
#3

Which of the following is a prescription opioid pain reliever?

Marijuana
Morphine
Ecstasy
LSD
#4

Which of the following is a synthetic opioid pain reliever?

Codeine
Fentanyl
Heroin
Methadone
#5

What is the primary mode of administration for heroin?

Oral ingestion
Intravenous injection
Smoking
Topical application
#6

Which of the following is a commonly abused central nervous system depressant?

Methamphetamine
Heroin
Cocaine
Alcohol
#7

What neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the rewarding effects of psychoactive substances?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Glutamate
#8

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

Hypertension
Bradycardia
Tremors
Hyperglycemia
#9

Which of the following is a hallucinogen derived from certain types of mushrooms?

Cocaine
MDMA
Psilocybin
Heroin
#10

What is a common symptom of opioid overdose?

Increased heart rate
Hypotension
Pinpoint pupils
Hypoglycemia
#11

What neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by benzodiazepines?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Norepinephrine
#12

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

Increased risk of osteoporosis
Decreased risk of liver disease
Improved cognitive function
Enhanced immune system
#13

Which of the following brain regions is particularly involved in the development of addiction?

Frontal cortex
Hippocampus
Cerebellum
Amygdala
#14

Which of the following is NOT a factor contributing to substance abuse disorders?

Genetics
Social environment
Personality traits
Elevated serotonin levels
#15

What is the mechanism of action of MDMA (ecstasy)?

Increases GABA activity
Blocks serotonin reuptake
Enhances dopamine release
Activates opioid receptors
#16

Which of the following is a long-term effect of methamphetamine use?

Weight gain
Increased risk of heart disease
Improved memory function
Decreased energy levels

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