ATOD Quiz

happens when a person no longer responds to a drug in the way they did at first. So it takes a higher dose of the drug to achieve the same effect as when the person first used it.

is the combination of physical and mental effects that a person experiences after they stop using or reduce their intake of a substance such as alcohol

are unwanted or unexpected events or reactions to a drug. Can vary from minor problems like a runny nose to life-threatening events, such as an increased risk of a heart attack.

defined as a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking, continued use despite harmful consequences, and long-lasting changes in the brain.

the promotion of constructive lifestyles and norms that discourage drug use. The development of social and physical environments that facilitate drug-free lifestyles.

a tried and true method for friends and families of addicts to encourage a loved one to seek treatment.