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Which of the following statements is false? A. A role model is somone who is admired. B. Having role models who discourage drug use can lessen the chance of drug use. C. Some media may glamorize or encourage drug use. D. By law, the media must portray drug use accurately and honestly. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Why are drugs like depressants described as the opposite of amphetamines?A.Depressants can induce feelings of euphoria while stimulants can cause severe pain.B.Depressants can result in death while stimulants cannot.C.Stimulants slow breathing and heart rate while depressants increase those functions.D.Stimulants increase breathing and heart rate while depressants slow these functions.

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The nonmedical use of a drug would be an example of drug abuse.

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Why might overweight people choose to abuse a stimulant?A.to lose weightB.to lower their blood pressureC.to reduce panic attacksD.to help them sleep

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Which of the following is NOT a major source of pressure that influences teens to seek escape through drug abuse?A.family demands and expectationsB.a supportive network of friendsC.difficult school assignmentsD.stressful jobs and activities

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Most designer drugs are meant to imitate the effects of painkillers

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Which of the following statements BEST describes tobacco? A. It is an illegal drug. B. It is legal for people age 21 and older. C. It is legal for people age 16 and older. D. It is always legal to use tobacco. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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Which of the following statements about prescription drugs is FALSE?A.They are medicines.B.They can become illegal.C.They require a prescription.D.They can be resold freely.

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Psilocybin is a type of __________. A.stimulantB.narcoticC.hallucinogenD.inhalant

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Hallucinogens distort an individual's perceptions of reality.

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