Assignment 1 Semester 1 2026
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Due Date: April 2026
QUESTION 1
1.1.
Dagga is a drug made from the cannabis plant. It is usually smoked and affects the brain. It
changes mood, memory and coordination. Many users feel relaxed, but it can also cause
anxiety and poor judgement.
Cocaine is a strong stimulant that speeds up the body. It is usually sniffed or smoked. It
gives a short feeling of energy and confidence, followed by a crash. It can damage the heart
and lead to addiction.
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QUESTION 1
1.1.
Dagga is a drug made from the cannabis plant. It is usually smoked and affects the
brain. It changes mood, memory and coordination. Many users feel relaxed, but it
can also cause anxiety and poor judgement.
Cocaine is a strong stimulant that speeds up the body. It is usually sniffed or
smoked. It gives a short feeling of energy and confidence, followed by a crash. It can
damage the heart and lead to addiction.
Heroin is a powerful depressant made from morphine. It slows down the body and
reduces pain. Users feel calm or sleepy, but it is highly addictive and can cause
death if too much is taken.
Morphine is a medical drug used to treat severe pain. It is mostly used in hospitals.
When abused, it can lead to dependence and serious health problems.
Opium comes from the poppy plant. It is a natural drug that slows the body. It can be
smoked or processed into other drugs like heroin.
Amphetamines are stimulant drugs that increase alertness and energy. Some are
used in medicine, but abuse can cause aggression, heart problems and addiction.
Ecstasy is a type of amphetamine. It is often used in clubs and parties. It makes
users feel happy and connected to others, but it can cause dehydration and
confusion.
Barbiturates are drugs that slow down the brain. They are used as sleeping tablets
or sedatives. Large doses can lead to coma or death.
Mandrax is an illegal sedative that is often smoked with dagga. It makes users feel
relaxed at first, but it can quickly affect breathing and cause serious harm.
LSD is a hallucinogenic drug that changes how a person sees and feels things.
Users may see things that are not real. Its effects are unpredictable and can be
dangerous.
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