#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