What does nicotine do in the brain that causes people to become addicted?
Causes more dopamine to be released w/in the Reward Pathway causing people to get addicted to the feeling
What is dopamine?
Chemical released in the Reward Pathway of the brain that makes you feel good/happy
What is the most popular illegal drug in the U.S.?
Marijuana
What is the difference between secondhand and thirdhand smoke?
2ndhand smoke inhaling the smoke/vapor people exhale from smoking &3rdhand smoke is when one comes in contact w/toxic molecules left on surfaces from the vape
Which lethal drug is laced in with other drugs?
FENTANYL
Which drug is also known as “meth,” “Molly,” or “ecstasy?”
MDMA
How do anabolic steroids affect TEENAGERS? List the 1 MAJOR effect
stunted growth b/c puberty is sped up & the body matures faster than normal
How do anabolic steroids affect women? List 3 effects
grow facial hair, experience baldness, have changes in or disruption of menstrual cycle, and have a deepened voice
What effects does alcohol have on the brain?
affects the connection pathways, the way the brain looks & works & causes the brain to not control balance, memory, speech, and judgment properly
How do anabolic steroids affect men? List 3 effects
shrinking of the testicles, reduced sperm count, infertility, baldness, and increased risk of prostate cancer
Which drug is known as the “gateway” drug?
Marijuana
Which plant is heroin made from?
poppy plant
Which highly addictive drug is in cigarettes, vapes, e-cigarettes, and hookah?
NICOTINE
What effects can marijuana have on the brain and mental health? LIST 3 effects
Depression, social anxiety, thoughts of suicide, suicide attempts, suicide, and disorientation
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