Substance Abuse Awareness and Prescription Medication Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge on addiction, medication risks, and prevention methods with our substance abuse awareness quiz.

#1

Which of the following is NOT a commonly abused substance?

Alcohol
Cocaine
Ibuprofen
Heroin
#2

What is the most commonly abused prescription medication?

Opioids
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Blood pressure medication
#3

What is a common method for preventing prescription drug abuse?

Only taking medication when feeling severe pain
Sharing medication with friends or family
Properly storing and disposing of medications
Mixing medications with alcohol
#4

What are the potential risks associated with substance abuse?

Addiction
Physical health problems
Mental health disorders
All of the above
#5

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of opioid overdose?

Shallow breathing
Sweating
Increased energy
Pinpoint pupils
#6

What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by alcohol?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Glutamate
#7

Which age group is most at risk for prescription drug abuse?

Children under 12
Teenagers
Young adults (18-25)
Seniors (65+)
#8

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

Cocaine
Marijuana
Heroin
Methamphetamine
#9

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

Genetics
Peer pressure
Lack of access to treatment
Physical activity level
#10

Which demographic group has seen a significant increase in opioid-related overdoses in recent years?

Teens
Seniors
Middle-aged adults
Children
#11

How can you safely dispose of unused prescription medications?

Flush them down the toilet
Throw them in the trash
Take them to a drug take-back program
Give them to a friend or family member
#12

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

Increased risk of heart disease
Decreased risk of mental health disorders
Improved cognitive function
Decreased risk of addiction
#13

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

Tolerance
Withdrawal
Overdose
Relapse
#14

What is the purpose of a drug overdose antidote like naloxone?

To increase the effects of opioids
To reverse the effects of opioid overdose
To induce sleep
To treat depression
#15

What is the primary concern regarding the misuse of prescription stimulants?

Increased creativity
Enhanced memory function
Cardiovascular problems
Decreased energy levels
#16

Which neurotransmitter is primarily targeted by opioid medications?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Norepinephrine
Endorphins
#17

What is the primary danger associated with combining alcohol and prescription medications?

Decreased risk of side effects
Enhanced therapeutic effects
Increased risk of overdose
Improved liver function

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