Worksheet 44

	Facts About Psychoactive Drugs

Familiarize yourself with the different types of psychoactive drugs by filling in the blanks below; refer to your textbook as needed.

Opioids

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

Central Nervous System Depressants

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

Central Nervous System Stimulants

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

Marijuana and Other Cannabis Products

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

Hallucinogens

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

Inhalants

Major drugs:

Routes of intake:

Effects:

Special problems associated with use (overdose, tolerance, withdrawal, injuries, crime):

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