Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following drug abuse-related questions:

1. What is drug abuse?
   
   
2. What is the difference between drug abuse and drug addiction?
   
   
3. What are some of the most commonly abused drugs?
   
   
4. My loved one takes a prescription medication more often than it is prescribed. Is this drug abuse?
   
   
5. How can I tell if my child is using drugs?
   
   
6. What are some of the treatment options for drug abuse?
   
   
7. Should I receive treatment in an outpatient or inpatient facility?
   
   
8. What is the best way to prevent drug abuse?
   
   
9. How can I help prevent my children from abusing drugs?
   
   
10. What is the best way to prevent relapse after treatment?