chapter 10 Flashcards
(17 cards)
Substances that are against the law to use because they can be harmful to a person’s health.
Illegal drugs.
Medicines that people can only purchase with a doctor’s written order for the treatment of a specific illness or condition.
Prescription medications.
Occurrence when a person takes a drug again after deciding to stop.
Relapse
Medicines people can purchase without a doctor’s written order or prescription to treat the symptoms of many minor health conditions.
Over the counter drugs (OTC)
Medications that can treat health conditions to improve a person’s health and enhance wellness.
Legal drugs.
Drugs and medicines used to treat symptoms of an illness or to cure, manage, or prevent a disease.
Medications.
Unpleasant and unwanted symptom that occurs from taking a medication.
Side-effect.
Treatment for drug addiction that may involve detoxification, medications, or time spent in a rehabilitation facility.
Rehabilitation Program
Medications and other substances that change the way the body or brain functions.
Drugs
Message that is shown in the media to support public health.
Public Service Announcement (PSA)
Taking medication in a way that does not follow the medications instructions; often unintentional.
Medication Misuse.
Continued use of a drug despite negative or harmful outcomes.
Drug abuse.
Complete dependance on a drug.
Drug addiction.
Intentionally Taking a drug in a way other than its intended use.
Medication Abuse.
Taking too much of a medication; often causes dangerous, life-threatening consequences.
Overdose.
Alcohol and drug free living environments that reduce some of the temptation and pressure people may feel to use alcohol and drugs.
Sober Living communities.
Plan that teaches people skills for dealing with peer pressure and for handling stressful life events without relying on drugs.
Skills training program.
