6. GATEWAY DRUGS
Gateway drugs are introductory, habit-
forming substances that give way to more
severe drug use down the road. They are
typically milder, fairly-accessible substances.
EFFECTS OF ALCOHOL &
CIGARETTES ON THE BODY
If you are struggling with alcohol, tobacco, or any kind
of substance use, we encourage you to seek help from a
trusted adult or search online for available support in
your country. Asking for help is a sign of strength - it
shows self-awareness and courage to overcome
something difficult.

7. DEPRESSANTS
Downers are substances that slow down the
functioning of the brain and the nervous
system. Their effects are similar to “uppers” –
they also give users the same feeling of
pleasure and relaxation, however, as side
effects, users experience sadness and
indifference after use.
Inhalants
Heroine
Sedative Oppium
EFFECTS OF DEPRESSANTS
ON THE BODY

8. STIMULANTS
Uppers temporarily make a person alert and
energetic. However, once the drug wears off,
the user feels physically tired and very sad.
These type of drugs may also lead to feeling
lonely and indifferent to other people and to
one’s surrounding.
Inhalants
Heroine
Sedative Oppium
EFFECTS OF STIMULANTS ON
THE BODY

9. HALLUCINOGENS
Hallucinogens are drugs that change the way
people look at time, colors, and things.
Sometimes they make people act in a strange
way, as if they’re out of their minds or
completely different persons. It also affects
user’s movements and makes them hear
sounds differently. It disrupts the ability to
think and to communicate with others. These
drugs lead to withdrawal symptoms when no
longer used.
Magic Mushroom
Marijuana
LSD
EFFECTS OF HALLUCINOGENS
ON THE BODY