Substance Abuse and Mental Health Quiz

Test your knowledge on substance abuse & mental health with these 16 questions covering common substances, disorders, and treatment.

#1

Which of the following is NOT a commonly abused substance?

Alcohol
Caffeine
Heroin
LSD
#2

Which age group is most vulnerable to substance abuse?

Children under 10
Teenagers
Young adults (18-25)
Middle-aged adults (35-50)
#3

Which substance is commonly associated with the highest risk of overdose death?

Cocaine
Methamphetamine
Opioids
Marijuana
#4

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with the pleasurable effects of many drugs?

Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Glutamate
#5

Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the development of substance abuse disorders?

Genetic predisposition
Peer pressure
Healthy coping skills
Traumatic experiences
#6

What is the most commonly reported mental health disorder associated with substance abuse?

Depression
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Anxiety
#7

Which neurotransmitter is heavily influenced by substance abuse and implicated in reward pathways?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Acetylcholine
#8

Which of the following is a symptom of substance withdrawal?

Euphoria
Increased appetite
Hypertension
Nausea and vomiting
#9

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

Increased risk of heart disease
Decreased risk of liver damage
Improved memory function
Enhanced coordination
#10

What percentage of individuals with substance use disorders also have co-occurring mental health disorders?

5-10%
20-30%
40-50%
60-70%
#11

Which of the following is NOT considered a risk factor for developing substance abuse disorders?

Family history of addiction
Having a strong social support system
Experiencing trauma or abuse
Presence of co-occurring mental health disorders
#12

What term is used to describe the co-occurrence of a substance use disorder and another mental health disorder?

Dual diagnosis
Mono diagnosis
Singular diagnosis
Combined diagnosis
#13

What is the primary goal of substance abuse treatment?

Complete abstinence from all substances
Moderate and controlled substance use
Reducing harm associated with substance use
Social acceptance of substance use
#14

Which of the following is a common hallucinogenic substance derived from a type of cactus?

Psilocybin
LSD
Mescaline
MDMA
#15

Which of the following is a common strategy for preventing substance abuse in adolescents?

Encouraging unsupervised social activities
Limiting communication about substance use
Providing education on the risks of substance use
Ignoring signs of experimentation
#16

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

Improved cognitive function
Decreased risk of mental health disorders
Organ damage
Increased life expectancy

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