GATEWAY DRUGS 2

Question 1

Conduct educational programs to raise awareness about the risks and consequences of substance abuse.

Answer 1

1. EDUCATION AND AWARENESS

Question 2

Foster supportive environments within families, schools, and communities.

Answer 2

2. BUILDING EMPATHY

Question 3

Substance abuse often becomes a coping mechanism for dealing with negative emotions.

Answer 3

COPING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

Question 4

refers to the general act of consuming or taking a substance.

Answer 4

Substance use

Question 5

Using a substance in a way that is contrary to its intended purpose, recommended dosage, or accepted guidelines.

Answer 5

DEFINING SUBSTANCE MISUSE

Question 6

A pattern of excessive use of a substance that leads to negative consequences for the individual’s health.

Answer 6

DEFINING SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Question 7

definition of substance use

Answer 7

General act of consuming a substance

Question 8

definition of substance misuse

Answer 8

Using a substance contrary to its intended purpose

Question 9

definition of substance abuse

Answer 9

Harmful or hazardous use of a substance

Question 10

examples of substance use

Answer 10

Taking medication as prescribed, drinking coffee, using an inhaler