Substance Abuse Awareness and Prescription Medication Safety Quiz

Ibuprofen is not typically abused for recreational purposes.

Opioids are widely abused and contribute to substance abuse issues.

Secure storage and proper disposal help prevent prescription drug abuse.

Substance abuse poses various risks, including physical, mental, and social consequences.

Increased energy is not a typical symptom of opioid overdose.

Alcohol primarily affects the neurotransmitter GABA in the brain.

Seniors are at an increased risk of prescription drug misuse.

Marijuana is the most commonly abused illicit drug in the U.S.

Physical activity level is not a contributing factor to substance abuse disorders.

Middle-aged adults have experienced a notable increase in opioid-related overdoses.

Proper disposal in drug take-back programs helps prevent misuse.

Long-term substance abuse may lead to an elevated risk of heart disease.

Tolerance is the need for increased substance doses for the same effect.

Naloxone is used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose quickly.

Misuse of prescription stimulants can lead to cardiovascular issues.

Opioid medications primarily target the release of endorphins in the brain.

Combining alcohol and prescription medications raises the risk of overdose.