health 2nd sum rev

• What is the primary concern of the government regarding drug-related crime incidents in the Philippines?

  Shabu
• What are the alarming consequences of the rise in illegal drug use in the Philippines?


  Further deterioration within many Filipino communities
• What factors contribute to the significant problem of illegal drug use in the Philippines?


  Corruption and poor law enforcement
• How many drug abusers were believed to be in the Philippines in 2004?

  1. 7 million
• How does the number of drug abusers in 2004 compare to the number in 1972?


  It increased dramatically from around 20,000 to 6.7 million
• What was reported about plea bargaining in 2019 compared to the previous year?


  There was an increase from 1,356 to 1,991
• What trend was observed regarding voluntary submission with court orders in 2019?


  It declined by 13.24%
• What is Republic Act No. 9165 also known as?


  The Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2012
• What is the role of the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA)?


  It is the lead agency in the fight against illegal drugs
• What are the strict regulations imposed by Republic Act No. 9165?

  Regulations on possession, manufacturing, sale, and distribution of controlled substances
• What is the most abused drug in the Philippines?

  Shabu
• What is illegal drug use defined as?

  Abuse of controlled drugs without prescription
• What is a drug?

  Any substance used in the diagnosis, cure, relief, or prevention of diseases
• How can drugs be classified?

  As legal or illegal, prescription or non-prescription, or based on their effects
• What are some examples of drugs?

  Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, methamphetamines, opioids
• What is peer pressure in the context of substance use?


  Using drugs to avoid bullying or impress friends
• How does family influence substance use in teenagers?

  Exposure to family members with addiction can normalize drug use
• How does genetics play a role in addiction?

  Some believe addiction roots may lie within individual DNA
• What role does environment play in substance addiction?


  The home environment significantly influences substance addiction
• How can stress lead to substance abuse?


  People may use substances to relieve stress, especially with underlying mental conditions
• How does trauma influence substance use?

  Victims may choose to dull their pain with drugs
• How does mental illness relate to substance abuse?

  Substance abuse can trigger mental illness symptoms
• How does low self-worth affect substance use in teenagers?


  Teenagers with low self-worth are more likely to engage in drug use
• Why do some teenagers use drugs for performance enhancement?


  They mistakenly believe it will improve their sports or academic performance
• What are the protective factors that can reduce the chances of substance abuse?


  1. High self-respect and self-esteem
  2. Practice resistance skills
  3. Friends not involved in drug misuse
  4. Involvement in school activities
  5. Good grades
  6. Good stress and anger management skills
  7. Resilience
  8. Healthful family relationships
  9. Social skills

  10. Positive role models

  11. Respect for authority and the law
• What are the health risks associated with drug abuse?

  Health risks include addiction, drugged driving, and infectious disease
• Can legal drugs be abused?


  Yes, non-prescription and legal drugs can also be abused
• What can drug abuse lead to?


  Drug dependence and overdose
• How are drugs classified?

  1. Prescription Drugs - require a doctor's prescription
  2. Non-prescription Drugs - available over-the-counter
  3. Legal Drugs - not prohibited by law
  4. Illegal Drugs - prohibited by law
• What are the pharmacological classifications of drugs?


  1. Stimulants
  2. Depressants
  3. Narcotics
  4. Hallucinogens
  5. Inhalants
• What are stimulants also known as?


  Uppers
• What do stimulants do to the central nervous system?

  They stimulate the central nervous system, increasing energy and alertness
• What are stimulants prescribed for?


  Treatment of neurological disorders, asthma, and sleep disorders
• Why can stimulants lead to substance abuse?


  Users may seek to increase energy and performance
• What is an example of a stimulant?

  Cocaine
• What are depressants also known as?

  Downers
• What do depressants do to the central nervous system?

  They slow down brain activity, promoting relaxation
• What are depressants prescribed for?

  Treating anxiety and sleep disorders
• Why can depressants lead to substance abuse?

  They can develop rapidly, requiring larger doses
• What is an example of a depressant?

  Barbiturates