#1
Which of the following is a commonly abused substance that acts as a central nervous system depressant?
Alcohol
ExplanationAlcohol acts as a central nervous system depressant.
#2
What is the primary psychoactive compound found in marijuana?
THC (tetrahydrocannabinol)
ExplanationTHC is the primary psychoactive compound in marijuana.
#3
Which of the following drugs is classified as a hallucinogen?
LSD
ExplanationLSD is classified as a hallucinogen.
#4
Which of the following is a common symptom of opioid overdose?
Pinpoint pupils
ExplanationPinpoint pupils are a common symptom of opioid overdose.
#5
Which of the following is a commonly abused prescription opioid painkiller?
Oxycodone
ExplanationOxycodone is a commonly abused prescription opioid painkiller.
#6
What is a common physical consequence of long-term substance abuse?
Increased risk of liver damage
ExplanationLong-term substance abuse often leads to an increased risk of liver damage.
#7
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the brain's reward system and is affected by many drugs of abuse?
Dopamine
ExplanationDopamine is associated with the brain's reward system and affected by drugs of abuse.
#8
What is the most commonly abused prescription drug class in the United States?
Opioids
ExplanationOpioids are the most commonly abused prescription drug class in the United States.
#9
Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
Delirium tremens
ExplanationDelirium tremens is a characteristic symptom of alcohol withdrawal syndrome.
#10
Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing drugs and alcohol in the body?
Liver
ExplanationThe liver is primarily responsible for metabolizing drugs and alcohol in the body.
#11
What is the term used to describe the phenomenon where the body requires higher doses of a substance to achieve the same effect due to prolonged use?
Tolerance
ExplanationTolerance refers to the need for higher doses of a substance due to prolonged use.
#12
Which of the following is a potential social consequence of substance abuse?
Isolation and alienation
ExplanationSubstance abuse can lead to isolation and alienation.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences the likelihood of substance abuse?
Education level
ExplanationEducation level is not a factor influencing the likelihood of substance abuse.
#14
Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of substance abuse during pregnancy?
Increased birth weight
ExplanationIncreased birth weight is not a potential consequence of substance abuse during pregnancy.
#15
Which of the following is a potential consequence of long-term alcohol abuse on the brain?
Shrinkage of brain tissue
ExplanationLong-term alcohol abuse can lead to shrinkage of brain tissue.
#16
Which of the following is NOT a long-term consequence of substance abuse?
Improved mental health
ExplanationImproved mental health is not a long-term consequence of substance abuse.