Unit 2: Part 2D: Drug Effects

Question 1

Alcohol

Answer 1

Depressant
Pleasurable: initial high followed by relaxation and dishibition
Negative: depression, memory loss, organ damage, impaired reactions

Question 2

Heroin

Answer 2

Depressant
Pleasurable: rush of euphoria, relief from pain
Negative: depressed physiology, agonizing withdrawal

Question 3

Barbiturates (257)

Answer 3

Depressant
Pleasurable: depress nervous system activity, induce sleep/reduce anxiety
Negative: Impair memory and judgement, can be lethal if mixed with alcohol

Question 4

Opiates (257)

Answer 4

Depressant
Pleasurable: pain-relief, blissful pleasure, replaces pain and anxiety
Negative: the brain eventually stops producing endorphins

Question 5

LSD

Answer 5

Hallucinogen
Pleasurable: visual “trip”
Negative: risk of panic

Question 6

Marijuana (THC)

Answer 6

Hallucinogen
Pleasurable: enhanced sensation, relief of pain, distortion of time, relaxation
Negative: impaired learning and memory, increased risk of psychological disorders

Question 7

Ecstasy MDMA

Answer 7

Hallucinogen
Pleasurable: emotional elevation, disinhibition
Negative: dehydration, overheating, depressed mood, impaired cognitive and immune functioning

Question 8

Nicotine

Answer 8

Stimulants
Pleasurable: arousal and relaxation, sense of well-being
Negative: heart disease, cancer

Question 9

Caffeine

Answer 9

Stimulants
Pleasurable: increased alertness and wakefulness
Negative: anxiety, restlessness, insomnia in high doses, uncomfortable withdrawal

Question 10

Cocaine

Answer 10

Stimulants
Pleasurable: rush of euphoria, confidence, energy
Negative: cardiovascular stress, suspiciousness, depressive crash

Question 11

Meth

Answer 11

Stimulants
Pleasurable: euphoria, alertness, energy
Negative: irritability, insomnia, hypertension, seizures.