Substance Abuse and Addiction Awareness Quiz

Impairment of speech due to alcohol's effects on the central nervous system.

THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, binds to cannabinoid receptors in the brain, altering mood and perception.

While factors such as genetics, environment, and mental health play roles in vulnerability to substance abuse, physical activity level is not a direct contributor.

LSD, or lysergic acid diethylamide, induces profound alterations in perception, mood, and thought, making it a potent hallucinogenic drug.

Oxycodone, a powerful painkiller, is frequently misused and abused, contributing to the opioid epidemic.

Opioid withdrawal typically involves symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and intense cravings, but increased energy is not commonly associated.

Methamphetamine can lead to severe dental problems due to dry mouth, teeth grinding, and poor oral hygiene often associated with its use.

After discontinuing stimulant use, individuals commonly experience symptoms such as depression, fatigue, and increased appetite.

Combining alcohol and benzodiazepines can lead to dangerous suppression of breathing, potentially resulting in coma or death.

Inhalants can cause severe damage to the brain, leading to cognitive impairment, neurological disorders, and even death.

Dopamine plays a key role in the brain's reward system, reinforcing behaviors associated with pleasure, including substance abuse.

Heroin is typically injected, snorted, or smoked for its effects; oral ingestion is not a common method of use due to its poor bioavailability.

Cocaine blocks the reuptake of dopamine in the brain, leading to increased levels of this neurotransmitter and resulting in euphoria and heightened energy.

MDMA is typically consumed orally, in the form of tablets or capsules, to produce its desired effects of euphoria and increased empathy.

Long-term cocaine use can lead to cardiovascular complications such as heart attacks, arrhythmias, and hypertension.