Anthropology 1026F/G Study Guide - Caffeine, Dextroamphetamine, Abdominal Pain
11 Apr 2013
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Substance use abuse and dependence: psychoactive a blanket term to include drugs and other substances, drugs = chemicals other than food that are intended to affect the structure or function of the body. Drugs include: prescription medicines (antibiotics and antidepressants, over the counter substances (alcohol, tobacco, caffeine) Individuals need to reach rock bottom before getting help. 79. 3 of canadians reported alcohol consumption in past year (most canadians drink) 44% reported drinking weekly: males more likely than females to report drinking in past year, highest drinking rates among 18-24 yr olds, through automobile crashes and other injuries alcohol is the leading cause of. 95% of uni students consume alcoholic beverages death among people ages 15-24. Adderall a brand of amphetamine dextroamphetamine a stimulant generally prescribed to treat adhd. 2005 study 3rd most accessible drug on us campuses (after alcohol and marijuana)
