Substance Use and Health Effects Quiz

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#1

Which of the following substances is classified as a stimulant?

Marijuana
Cocaine
Heroin
LSD
#2

What is the legal drinking age in the United States?

18 years old
21 years old
16 years old
25 years old
#3

What is the primary psychoactive component in beer, wine, and liquor?

Cocaine
Ethanol
THC
Methamphetamine
#4

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of nicotine withdrawal?

Irritability
Increased appetite
Fatigue
Heightened sense of smell
#5

Which of the following is a potential consequence of long-term methamphetamine use?

Improved memory function
Weight gain
Tooth decay (meth mouth)
Reduced anxiety
#6

What is the primary psychoactive ingredient in tobacco products?

THC
Caffeine
Nicotine
Psilocybin
#7

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

Headaches
Improved cognitive function
Liver damage
Reduced heart rate
#8

What is the main psychoactive compound found in marijuana?

Nicotine
Caffeine
THC
Psilocybin
#9

What is the primary risk factor for developing alcohol use disorder (AUD)?

Age
Gender
Family history
Socioeconomic status
#10

Which of the following is a short-term effect of cocaine use?

Increased appetite
Euphoria
Decreased heart rate
Relaxation
#11

Which of the following is a common symptom of cannabis withdrawal?

Increased appetite
Nausea
Insomnia
Elevated heart rate
#12

What is the primary health risk associated with inhalant abuse?

Liver damage
Lung damage
Heart attack
Kidney failure
#13

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of opioid misuse?

Respiratory depression
Euphoria
Increased heart rate
Addiction
#14

What brain chemical is heavily involved in the reinforcing effects of most drugs of abuse?

Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Glutamate
#15

What is the primary neurotransmitter affected by heroin use?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
Endorphins
#16

What neurotransmitter is primarily involved in the addictive properties of nicotine?

Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Acetylcholine
#17

Which of the following is a common symptom of opioid overdose?

Increased heart rate
Dilated pupils
Shallow breathing
Hypertension

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