Cannabis is a greenish or brownish material made from dried parts of the cannabis plant. It is the most cultivated illicit drug and is usually smoked. Short-term effects include increased appetite and pulse rate, while high users' intellectual and physical abilities are impaired. Regular cannabis use risks dependency and increases health risks like lung cancer and respiratory diseases. Other risks include contracting infectious diseases from unsafe sex while judgment is impaired.
Marijuana was first reported in ancient China in 2737 BC and was used for medicinal purposes. It spread throughout Asia and Europe by 500 AD. Marijuana can be smoked, eaten, or absorbed and the most popular method is smoking. There are three main types - Indica, Sativa, and Ruderalis. The psychoactive ingredient is THC. Short term effects include increased heart rate and poor coordination, while long term effects can include learning difficulties and personality changes. Medical marijuana may help reduce nausea, pain, and seizures. Mixing marijuana and alcohol is dangerous as it can increase intoxication and impair judgment.
Lokesh Agrawal's document discusses cannabis-related disorders. It covers the introduction to cannabis, its preparations from the Cannabis sativa plant including methods of use. Problems from cannabis use are discussed such as intoxication, anxiety, cognitive impairment, and effects on respiratory, cardiovascular and muscular systems. Signs and symptoms, causes, and psychosocial factors associated with cannabis use disorders are described. The document concludes with sections on diagnosis and clinical features for treating cannabis-related disorders.
This document provides information about various drugs and their effects. It discusses how drugs act on the body and brain, noting they can have both helpful and harmful impacts depending on factors like dosage. Common drugs are categorized as depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens. Specific drugs like alcohol, cocaine, heroin and inhalants are examined in more detail regarding how they are used, their short-term effects, and health and addiction risks with ongoing use.
This document provides information about various drugs and their effects. It discusses how drugs do not actually solve problems and only hide feelings temporarily. It then provides details on specific drugs like alcohol, nicotine, amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, crack, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, and inhalants. For each drug, it mentions common street names, how it is used, and potential physical and mental effects. The document encourages people to say no to drugs and provides strategies for doing so.
Ritalin is a prescription stimulant medication that is sometimes abused by teens for its euphoric effects. It comes in small pills and is classified similarly to cocaine and amphetamines by the DEA. While intended to treat conditions like ADHD, Ritalin can have severe side effects when abused, including nervousness, insomnia, loss of appetite, and in rare cases even death. It is unfortunately easy to obtain Ritalin from other students who are prescribed it, leading to widespread non-medical use and potential for addiction. The physical and psychological effects of Ritalin abuse are similar to other stimulants like cocaine.
This document provides information about commonly abused drugs. It discusses why people take drugs, how drugs work, and how they affect the mind and destroy creativity. The document includes personal stories from individuals about how drug use destroyed their lives. It also lists basic facts about commonly abused drugs like marijuana and alcohol. The goal is to provide readers, especially young people, with truthful information to help them avoid substance abuse and help friends stay off drugs.
This document provides information about inhalants and the dangers of inhaling toxic chemicals. It defines inhalants as vapors from household products that are inhaled to get high. Common inhalants include markers, glue, gasoline and cleaning products. Inhalants can cause sudden death from heart failure or suffocation. Long term use is linked to organ damage and cognitive impairment. The document seeks to educate youth about inhalants through personal stories of addiction and loss of life.
Truth about-prescription-drug-abuse-booklet-ennipaalam
This document discusses the dangers of prescription drug abuse, especially among teens and young adults. It notes that prescription drugs can be just as dangerous and addictive as illegal street drugs when taken without a prescription or for non-medical reasons. Common types of abused prescription drugs include depressants, opioids, stimulants, and antidepressants. Short-term effects of depressants include slowed brain function and breathing, while long-term use and abuse can lead to addiction, overdose, and life-threatening withdrawal symptoms. The document aims to provide facts to help avoid prescription drug abuse and addiction.
Marijuana was first reported in ancient China in 2737 BC and was used for medicinal purposes. It spread throughout Asia and Europe by 500 AD. Marijuana can be smoked, eaten, or absorbed and the most popular method is smoking. There are three main types - Indica, Sativa, and Ruderalis. The psychoactive ingredient is THC. Short term effects include increased heart rate and poor coordination, while long term effects can include learning difficulties and personality changes. Medical marijuana may help reduce nausea, pain, and seizures. Mixing marijuana and alcohol is dangerous as it can increase intoxication and impair judgment.
Lokesh Agrawal's document discusses cannabis-related disorders. It covers the introduction to cannabis, its preparations from the Cannabis sativa plant including methods of use. Problems from cannabis use are discussed such as intoxication, anxiety, cognitive impairment, and effects on respiratory, cardiovascular and muscular systems. Signs and symptoms, causes, and psychosocial factors associated with cannabis use disorders are described. The document concludes with sections on diagnosis and clinical features for treating cannabis-related disorders.
This document provides information about various drugs and their effects. It discusses how drugs act on the body and brain, noting they can have both helpful and harmful impacts depending on factors like dosage. Common drugs are categorized as depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens. Specific drugs like alcohol, cocaine, heroin and inhalants are examined in more detail regarding how they are used, their short-term effects, and health and addiction risks with ongoing use.
This document provides information about various drugs and their effects. It discusses how drugs do not actually solve problems and only hide feelings temporarily. It then provides details on specific drugs like alcohol, nicotine, amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, crack, ecstasy, heroin, LSD, and inhalants. For each drug, it mentions common street names, how it is used, and potential physical and mental effects. The document encourages people to say no to drugs and provides strategies for doing so.
Ritalin is a prescription stimulant medication that is sometimes abused by teens for its euphoric effects. It comes in small pills and is classified similarly to cocaine and amphetamines by the DEA. While intended to treat conditions like ADHD, Ritalin can have severe side effects when abused, including nervousness, insomnia, loss of appetite, and in rare cases even death. It is unfortunately easy to obtain Ritalin from other students who are prescribed it, leading to widespread non-medical use and potential for addiction. The physical and psychological effects of Ritalin abuse are similar to other stimulants like cocaine.
This document provides information about commonly abused drugs. It discusses why people take drugs, how drugs work, and how they affect the mind and destroy creativity. The document includes personal stories from individuals about how drug use destroyed their lives. It also lists basic facts about commonly abused drugs like marijuana and alcohol. The goal is to provide readers, especially young people, with truthful information to help them avoid substance abuse and help friends stay off drugs.
This document provides information about inhalants and the dangers of inhaling toxic chemicals. It defines inhalants as vapors from household products that are inhaled to get high. Common inhalants include markers, glue, gasoline and cleaning products. Inhalants can cause sudden death from heart failure or suffocation. Long term use is linked to organ damage and cognitive impairment. The document seeks to educate youth about inhalants through personal stories of addiction and loss of life.
Truth about-prescription-drug-abuse-booklet-ennipaalam
This document discusses the dangers of prescription drug abuse, especially among teens and young adults. It notes that prescription drugs can be just as dangerous and addictive as illegal street drugs when taken without a prescription or for non-medical reasons. Common types of abused prescription drugs include depressants, opioids, stimulants, and antidepressants. Short-term effects of depressants include slowed brain function and breathing, while long-term use and abuse can lead to addiction, overdose, and life-threatening withdrawal symptoms. The document aims to provide facts to help avoid prescription drug abuse and addiction.
Club drugs are a group of psychoactive drugs that are often abused at parties and clubs. They include MDMA (ecstasy), GHB, and Rohypnol. These drugs act on the central nervous system and can cause changes in mood, awareness, and behavior. They are sometimes used to commit sexual assault by making victims unable to resist. Club drugs carry health risks like overdose, addiction, and dangerous interactions with alcohol. Their effects on the brain can include amnesia, loss of coordination, and unconsciousness.
This document discusses cannabis and related disorders. It begins by noting that cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug globally, with about 147 million users. It then defines cannabis and its various types, describing the main psychoactive component THC. The document outlines the mechanism of action of THC, which involves binding to cannabinoid receptors in the brain and elsewhere. Finally, it discusses cannabis use disorder, intoxication, withdrawal and other cannabis-induced disorders based on DSM-V and ICD-10 criteria.
Hallucinogens are a class of drugs that cause hallucinations or perceptual anomalies by disrupting serotonin production in the brain. There are several types of hallucinations involving sight, sound, smell, and touch. Hallucinogens can come from natural sources like mushrooms or synthetic sources and are consumed in various forms. While some hallucinogens have medical uses, adverse effects include anxiety, paranoia, and flashbacks. Treatment involves both medical and psychological approaches like reducing medication that triggers symptoms, using antipsychotics, and psychotherapy.
This document defines and describes various drugs and terms related to drug use and addiction. It begins by defining key terms like drug addiction, chemicals, chemical abuse, treatment, and rehabilitation. It then describes specific drugs like marijuana, heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, hallucinogens, depressants, and stimulants. For each drug, it provides details on signs of abuse and potential dangers. The document also lists the 10 most abused drugs in the area and common reasons for drug use. It concludes by summarizing physical signs, signs of abuse, and dangers for several commonly used drugs and describing provisions of the new Philippine Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Marijuana comes from the Cannabis sativa plant. The primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana is THC, which has mild-to-moderate pain-killing effects and can be used to treat conditions like chronic pain, nausea, and muscle spasticity. However, long-term or heavy marijuana use, especially starting at a young age, can lead to dependency and addiction in some users and may increase health risks like psychosis, immune system suppression, and certain cancers. Withdrawal from marijuana can cause temporary discomforting symptoms like anxiety, irritability, and insomnia.
Cannabis use is common among those with bipolar disorder. Rates of cannabis abuse are higher among those with bipolar disorder compared to the general population. Cannabis use is associated with increased risk of manic symptoms and can worsen the course of bipolar disorder through increased relapses and hospitalizations. Effective management of comorbid cannabis use and bipolar disorder requires screening, assessment, psychoeducation, and integrated treatment targeting both conditions.
1) Cannabis is obtained from the Cannabis sativa plant, with the female plant containing over 60 unique cannabinoids including delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is responsible for psychoactive effects.
2) Cannabis can be administered through smoking, vaporizers, orally, and teas. It binds to CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors in the brain and immune system.
3) Common cannabis-related disorders include cannabis use disorder, intoxication, withdrawal, and cannabis-induced disorders like anxiety and psychosis. Laboratory tests can detect cannabis use through urine, blood, hair and other samples. Treatment involves abstinence, counseling,
This document provides an overview of marijuana, including what it is, its sources, common street names, how it is produced and used, its mechanism of action in the body, potential medical uses and side effects, and approaches to managing addiction. Marijuana comes from the Cannabis plant and contains compounds like THC that interact with the endocannabinoid system in the brain. Common short-term side effects include impaired memory and judgment, anxiety, and depression, while long-term use has been linked to poorer life outcomes. Treatment for marijuana addiction typically involves behavioral therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational enhancement therapy.
The document provides an overview of marijuana (Cannabis sativa), including its historical use, methods of use, active ingredients, effects, and medical uses. It discusses how marijuana was used medicinally in ancient times and spread throughout the world. It describes the plant's active compound (THC) and increasing potency over time. The document also summarizes marijuana's absorption in the body, mechanisms of action in the brain, tolerance, dependence, and medical uses such as reducing nausea from chemotherapy and stimulating appetite.
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Objectives
Identify the symptoms of marijuana intoxication
Review the research related to the short and long term effects of marijuana on the brain and body
Explore the medical uses of marijuana
Discuss marijuana as a gateway drug
What is It
Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa.
The plant contains the mind-altering chemical delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Extracts with high amounts of THC can also be made from the cannabis plant
How is it Used
Smoked
Joints
Pipes or water pipes (bongs)
Blunts—emptied cigars that have been partly or completely refilled with marijuana.
Vaporized
Pull the active ingredients from the marijuana and collect their vapor in a storage unit which is inhaled instead of smoke.
Eaten: Brownies, cookies, or candy, or brew it as a tea.
How is it Used
Resins: A newly popular method of use is smoking or eating different forms of THC-rich resins
Smoking THC-rich resins extracted from the marijuana plant is on the rise. Users call this practice dabbing. People are using various forms of these extracts, such as:
hash oil or honey oil—a gooey liquid
wax or budder—a soft solid with a texture like lip balm
shatter—a hard, amber-colored solid
Oral Ingestion
Orally consumed cannabinoids tends to be stronger and last longer (4-6 hours) than inhaled cannabis.
This is because of the way bodies metabolize THC.
When cannabis is inhaled, THC passes rapidly from the lungs to the blood stream and to the brain.
When cannabis is consumed orally, a significant portion of THC is converted into the metabolite 11-hydroxy-THC before reaching the brain.
This metabolite is believed to be slightly more potent than THC and possesses a greater blood-brain penetrability
Short Term Effects
THC effects are felt more slowly when the person eats or drinks it. (30 minutes to 1 hour)
Effects
Altered senses (for example, seeing brighter colors)
Temporary hallucinations
Altered sense of time
Changes in mood
Impaired body movement
Difficulty with thinking and problem-solving
Impaired memory
Breathing problems. Marijuana smoke irritates the lungs
Increased heart rate for up to 3 hours after smoking
This document provides information on the psychiatric aspects of cannabis use. It begins with definitions of cannabis, THC, and other cannabis derivatives. It then discusses the endocannabinoid system and its role in various physiological and neurological processes. The document compares THC and cannabidiol, describing their different binding properties, psychiatric effects, and approved medical uses. It discusses the effects of chronic heavy cannabis use on the endocannabinoid system and considers evidence regarding whether cannabis use can affect the developing brain, cognitive capacity, and motivation.
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is derived from the hemp plant Cannabis sativa. It produces over 400 chemicals, the most active being tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). In India, common forms of cannabis include bhang and ganja, which are often consumed in drinks, smoked, or mixed with tobacco. Psychological effects include feelings of well-being, euphoria, and impaired memory and motor skills. Physical effects include increased heart rate, dry mouth, and appetite. Long-term use can lead to dependence and withdrawal symptoms like irritability, insomnia, and appetite changes. Diagnosis involves a medical history, exam, and urine test to detect cannabis metabolites. Treatment focuses on symptom relief
Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug. Its short-term effects include problems with memory, perception, thinking and motor coordination. Hashish and hash oil are derived from cannabis and have a higher potency than marijuana. Ecstasy causes feelings of peacefulness and energy but also involuntary teeth clenching and potential heart and body temperature issues. Hallucinogenic mushrooms can cause psychological dependence and physical tolerance along with dilated pupils and elevated heart rate. LSD is the most potent hallucinogen and its effects are unpredictable and can include hallucinations, mood swings and flashbacks. Inhalants like glue and solvents cause hallucinations and brain/nervous system damage.
This document provides information on various drugs, including marijuana, PCP, cocaine, amphetamines, inhalants, opiates, and central nervous system depressants. It describes what each drug is, how it is used, its short-term effects, potential health risks of use and abuse, and signs of use. The document also discusses drug dependence and addiction, support groups for those seeking treatment, and when to contact a healthcare provider regarding drug abuse concerns.
This document provides an overview of psychedelic substances and MDMA. It defines key terms like psychedelics and hallucinogens. It discusses popular psychedelic drugs like LSD, psilocybin, DMT and MDMA. It notes that psychedelics have little to no addiction potential and that legal prescription drugs cause more deaths than all illicit drugs combined. The document also discusses common misconceptions around drug use and provides harm reduction resources.
The document provides an overview of street drugs and rave culture, summarizing several common drugs of abuse. It discusses heroin, oxycontin, methadone and other opiates, noting signs of overdose. Ecstasy (MDMA) and its toxic analog PMA are covered. Dextromethorphan (DXM) from cough syrup is summarized. Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) and its analogs are reviewed, along with packaging and toxicity. Rave culture and typical events are briefly described to provide context.
The document discusses various categories of drugs including their effects, signs and symptoms of abuse, and legal status. It addresses stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine; depressants like alcohol; hallucinogens such as LSD and PCP; narcotics like heroin and opioids; cannabis; steroids; inhalants; and prescription drugs. Each drug is explained including common names, how it is administered, short and long-term effects on the body and mind, and legal consequences of abuse. The goal is to educate about identifying drugs, effects on health, signs of addiction, and laws regarding controlled substances.
This document summarizes information about various poisonous plants including Datura, Capsicum, Cannabis, Atropa Belladonna, Hyoscyamus Niger, and Cocaine. It describes their botanical features, active chemical components, signs and symptoms of poisoning, fatal doses, treatments, and medicolegal importance. Key details provided include that Datura seeds resemble Capsicum seeds but can be differentiated under microscope. Cannabis, Datura and other plants listed can cause delirium, while Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that in overdose can cause seizures, arrhythmias and sudden death.
The document discusses several psychoactive substances including datura, cannabis, and cocaine. It provides details on their toxic principles, preparations, acute and chronic effects, treatments, and medicolegal importance. For datura, it notes the toxic effects include being "blind as a bat" and other altered mental states. Cannabis preparations include marijuana, hashish, and others. Cocaine was historically used as a local anesthetic but is now a widely abused stimulant.
This document provides information about Wanda Battaglia's chemistry class for the 2014-2015 school year. It includes her contact information, prerequisites for the class, grading policies, required materials, and daily procedures. The class will focus on investigating three essential questions about the nature of matter and energy through both science and engineering practices. Assessments will make up 60% of grades and will include various formats, while investigations will make up the remaining 40% through lab skills and carrying out experiments.
Club drugs are a group of psychoactive drugs that are often abused at parties and clubs. They include MDMA (ecstasy), GHB, and Rohypnol. These drugs act on the central nervous system and can cause changes in mood, awareness, and behavior. They are sometimes used to commit sexual assault by making victims unable to resist. Club drugs carry health risks like overdose, addiction, and dangerous interactions with alcohol. Their effects on the brain can include amnesia, loss of coordination, and unconsciousness.
This document discusses cannabis and related disorders. It begins by noting that cannabis is the most commonly used illicit drug globally, with about 147 million users. It then defines cannabis and its various types, describing the main psychoactive component THC. The document outlines the mechanism of action of THC, which involves binding to cannabinoid receptors in the brain and elsewhere. Finally, it discusses cannabis use disorder, intoxication, withdrawal and other cannabis-induced disorders based on DSM-V and ICD-10 criteria.
Hallucinogens are a class of drugs that cause hallucinations or perceptual anomalies by disrupting serotonin production in the brain. There are several types of hallucinations involving sight, sound, smell, and touch. Hallucinogens can come from natural sources like mushrooms or synthetic sources and are consumed in various forms. While some hallucinogens have medical uses, adverse effects include anxiety, paranoia, and flashbacks. Treatment involves both medical and psychological approaches like reducing medication that triggers symptoms, using antipsychotics, and psychotherapy.
This document defines and describes various drugs and terms related to drug use and addiction. It begins by defining key terms like drug addiction, chemicals, chemical abuse, treatment, and rehabilitation. It then describes specific drugs like marijuana, heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, hallucinogens, depressants, and stimulants. For each drug, it provides details on signs of abuse and potential dangers. The document also lists the 10 most abused drugs in the area and common reasons for drug use. It concludes by summarizing physical signs, signs of abuse, and dangers for several commonly used drugs and describing provisions of the new Philippine Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Marijuana comes from the Cannabis sativa plant. The primary psychoactive ingredient in marijuana is THC, which has mild-to-moderate pain-killing effects and can be used to treat conditions like chronic pain, nausea, and muscle spasticity. However, long-term or heavy marijuana use, especially starting at a young age, can lead to dependency and addiction in some users and may increase health risks like psychosis, immune system suppression, and certain cancers. Withdrawal from marijuana can cause temporary discomforting symptoms like anxiety, irritability, and insomnia.
Cannabis use is common among those with bipolar disorder. Rates of cannabis abuse are higher among those with bipolar disorder compared to the general population. Cannabis use is associated with increased risk of manic symptoms and can worsen the course of bipolar disorder through increased relapses and hospitalizations. Effective management of comorbid cannabis use and bipolar disorder requires screening, assessment, psychoeducation, and integrated treatment targeting both conditions.
1) Cannabis is obtained from the Cannabis sativa plant, with the female plant containing over 60 unique cannabinoids including delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is responsible for psychoactive effects.
2) Cannabis can be administered through smoking, vaporizers, orally, and teas. It binds to CB1 and CB2 cannabinoid receptors in the brain and immune system.
3) Common cannabis-related disorders include cannabis use disorder, intoxication, withdrawal, and cannabis-induced disorders like anxiety and psychosis. Laboratory tests can detect cannabis use through urine, blood, hair and other samples. Treatment involves abstinence, counseling,
This document provides an overview of marijuana, including what it is, its sources, common street names, how it is produced and used, its mechanism of action in the body, potential medical uses and side effects, and approaches to managing addiction. Marijuana comes from the Cannabis plant and contains compounds like THC that interact with the endocannabinoid system in the brain. Common short-term side effects include impaired memory and judgment, anxiety, and depression, while long-term use has been linked to poorer life outcomes. Treatment for marijuana addiction typically involves behavioral therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational enhancement therapy.
The document provides an overview of marijuana (Cannabis sativa), including its historical use, methods of use, active ingredients, effects, and medical uses. It discusses how marijuana was used medicinally in ancient times and spread throughout the world. It describes the plant's active compound (THC) and increasing potency over time. The document also summarizes marijuana's absorption in the body, mechanisms of action in the brain, tolerance, dependence, and medical uses such as reducing nausea from chemotherapy and stimulating appetite.
The video for this presentation is available on our Youtube channel:
https://youtube.com/allceuseducation A continuing education course for this presentation can be found at https://www.allceus.com/member/cart/index/index?c=
Objectives
Identify the symptoms of marijuana intoxication
Review the research related to the short and long term effects of marijuana on the brain and body
Explore the medical uses of marijuana
Discuss marijuana as a gateway drug
What is It
Marijuana refers to the dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds from the hemp plant, Cannabis sativa.
The plant contains the mind-altering chemical delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)
Extracts with high amounts of THC can also be made from the cannabis plant
How is it Used
Smoked
Joints
Pipes or water pipes (bongs)
Blunts—emptied cigars that have been partly or completely refilled with marijuana.
Vaporized
Pull the active ingredients from the marijuana and collect their vapor in a storage unit which is inhaled instead of smoke.
Eaten: Brownies, cookies, or candy, or brew it as a tea.
How is it Used
Resins: A newly popular method of use is smoking or eating different forms of THC-rich resins
Smoking THC-rich resins extracted from the marijuana plant is on the rise. Users call this practice dabbing. People are using various forms of these extracts, such as:
hash oil or honey oil—a gooey liquid
wax or budder—a soft solid with a texture like lip balm
shatter—a hard, amber-colored solid
Oral Ingestion
Orally consumed cannabinoids tends to be stronger and last longer (4-6 hours) than inhaled cannabis.
This is because of the way bodies metabolize THC.
When cannabis is inhaled, THC passes rapidly from the lungs to the blood stream and to the brain.
When cannabis is consumed orally, a significant portion of THC is converted into the metabolite 11-hydroxy-THC before reaching the brain.
This metabolite is believed to be slightly more potent than THC and possesses a greater blood-brain penetrability
Short Term Effects
THC effects are felt more slowly when the person eats or drinks it. (30 minutes to 1 hour)
Effects
Altered senses (for example, seeing brighter colors)
Temporary hallucinations
Altered sense of time
Changes in mood
Impaired body movement
Difficulty with thinking and problem-solving
Impaired memory
Breathing problems. Marijuana smoke irritates the lungs
Increased heart rate for up to 3 hours after smoking
This document provides information on the psychiatric aspects of cannabis use. It begins with definitions of cannabis, THC, and other cannabis derivatives. It then discusses the endocannabinoid system and its role in various physiological and neurological processes. The document compares THC and cannabidiol, describing their different binding properties, psychiatric effects, and approved medical uses. It discusses the effects of chronic heavy cannabis use on the endocannabinoid system and considers evidence regarding whether cannabis use can affect the developing brain, cognitive capacity, and motivation.
Cannabis, also known as marijuana, is derived from the hemp plant Cannabis sativa. It produces over 400 chemicals, the most active being tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). In India, common forms of cannabis include bhang and ganja, which are often consumed in drinks, smoked, or mixed with tobacco. Psychological effects include feelings of well-being, euphoria, and impaired memory and motor skills. Physical effects include increased heart rate, dry mouth, and appetite. Long-term use can lead to dependence and withdrawal symptoms like irritability, insomnia, and appetite changes. Diagnosis involves a medical history, exam, and urine test to detect cannabis metabolites. Treatment focuses on symptom relief
Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug. Its short-term effects include problems with memory, perception, thinking and motor coordination. Hashish and hash oil are derived from cannabis and have a higher potency than marijuana. Ecstasy causes feelings of peacefulness and energy but also involuntary teeth clenching and potential heart and body temperature issues. Hallucinogenic mushrooms can cause psychological dependence and physical tolerance along with dilated pupils and elevated heart rate. LSD is the most potent hallucinogen and its effects are unpredictable and can include hallucinations, mood swings and flashbacks. Inhalants like glue and solvents cause hallucinations and brain/nervous system damage.
This document provides information on various drugs, including marijuana, PCP, cocaine, amphetamines, inhalants, opiates, and central nervous system depressants. It describes what each drug is, how it is used, its short-term effects, potential health risks of use and abuse, and signs of use. The document also discusses drug dependence and addiction, support groups for those seeking treatment, and when to contact a healthcare provider regarding drug abuse concerns.
This document provides an overview of psychedelic substances and MDMA. It defines key terms like psychedelics and hallucinogens. It discusses popular psychedelic drugs like LSD, psilocybin, DMT and MDMA. It notes that psychedelics have little to no addiction potential and that legal prescription drugs cause more deaths than all illicit drugs combined. The document also discusses common misconceptions around drug use and provides harm reduction resources.
The document provides an overview of street drugs and rave culture, summarizing several common drugs of abuse. It discusses heroin, oxycontin, methadone and other opiates, noting signs of overdose. Ecstasy (MDMA) and its toxic analog PMA are covered. Dextromethorphan (DXM) from cough syrup is summarized. Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) and its analogs are reviewed, along with packaging and toxicity. Rave culture and typical events are briefly described to provide context.
The document discusses various categories of drugs including their effects, signs and symptoms of abuse, and legal status. It addresses stimulants like cocaine and methamphetamine; depressants like alcohol; hallucinogens such as LSD and PCP; narcotics like heroin and opioids; cannabis; steroids; inhalants; and prescription drugs. Each drug is explained including common names, how it is administered, short and long-term effects on the body and mind, and legal consequences of abuse. The goal is to educate about identifying drugs, effects on health, signs of addiction, and laws regarding controlled substances.
This document summarizes information about various poisonous plants including Datura, Capsicum, Cannabis, Atropa Belladonna, Hyoscyamus Niger, and Cocaine. It describes their botanical features, active chemical components, signs and symptoms of poisoning, fatal doses, treatments, and medicolegal importance. Key details provided include that Datura seeds resemble Capsicum seeds but can be differentiated under microscope. Cannabis, Datura and other plants listed can cause delirium, while Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that in overdose can cause seizures, arrhythmias and sudden death.
The document discusses several psychoactive substances including datura, cannabis, and cocaine. It provides details on their toxic principles, preparations, acute and chronic effects, treatments, and medicolegal importance. For datura, it notes the toxic effects include being "blind as a bat" and other altered mental states. Cannabis preparations include marijuana, hashish, and others. Cocaine was historically used as a local anesthetic but is now a widely abused stimulant.
This document provides information about Wanda Battaglia's chemistry class for the 2014-2015 school year. It includes her contact information, prerequisites for the class, grading policies, required materials, and daily procedures. The class will focus on investigating three essential questions about the nature of matter and energy through both science and engineering practices. Assessments will make up 60% of grades and will include various formats, while investigations will make up the remaining 40% through lab skills and carrying out experiments.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses several drugs including heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, crack cocaine, LSD, ecstasy, opium, marijuana, and psilocybin mushrooms. It provides descriptions of each drug, how they are consumed, and their psychological and physiological effects. Personal anecdotes are included about experiences using heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, LSD, ecstasy, opium, and marijuana.
This document outlines Tulsa Community College's emergency response training and protocols. It describes four types of emergency responses: lockout, lockdown, evacuate, and shelter. For each response, it provides examples of incidents that would require that response and steps to take during the emergency. The lockout secures the perimeter when there is a threat outside. Lockdown requires barricading inside classrooms for threats inside. Evacuate moves people from one location to another. Shelter provides protection from threats like tornadoes. An active shooter could require running, hiding, or fighting as well as initiating lockout, lockdown, evacuate or shelter. The document stresses emergency preparedness and mental preparation in advance.
The document defines density as mass per unit volume, or how tightly packed the molecules are in an object. It provides the formula for density (D=M/V) where mass (M) is divided by volume (V) and examples for calculating density given the mass and volume of an object.
Hardware komputer terdiri dari komponen-komponen elektronika dan mekanis yang membentuk modul-modul dengan fungsi tertentu seperti motherboard, processor, RAM, harddisk, optical drive, VGA card, keyboard, mouse dan monitor yang bekerja bersama untuk mendukung proses komputasi. Hardware merupakan bagian fisik dari komputer yang dapat dilihat dan diraba secara langsung.
This document provides an overview of Battaglia's Chemistry class in room 503, including links to the class blog and information on Next Generation Science Standards, science and engineering practices, crosscutting concepts, disciplinary core ideas, lab safety, and an introduction to chemistry that asks students to develop a model to explain what chemistry is.
This document contains pertinent papers for the promotion of three teachers - Consolacion F. Facunla from Teacher II to Teacher III, Michael A. Baniaga from Teacher II to Teacher III, and Shirley D. Delos Reyes from Teacher I to Teacher II. The papers are from the Zaragoza National High School in Nueva Ecija and include the requirements for promoting each teacher to the next level or rank.
Brigada Eskwela is a nationwide volunteer effort held each year before the opening of the school year. Volunteers including teachers, parents, students, and community members come together to clean, repair, and prepare school facilities so they are conducive to learning. The week-long event addresses facility issues that could hinder education if not resolved. Schools recruit volunteers in advance and solicit donations of materials, labor, or cash to cover repair costs as many schools have no budget for maintenance. This year's Brigada Eskwela at Zaragoza National High School was successfully implemented from May 18-23, with volunteers working tirelessly despite being tired, ensuring the school would be ready for students.
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The document discusses various legal and illegal drugs, their effects on the body, and how they are used. It covers stimulants like cocaine and amphetamines, depressants like alcohol, opioids, and barbiturates, and hallucinogens like LSD and marijuana. The document also discusses treatment options for substance abuse and dependence, as well as promoting healthy alternatives to using drugs.
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Drug addiction is a brain disorder caused by psychoactive drugs that affect processes related to perception, emotion, and motivation. It is diagnosed when three or more of the following occur within a year: increased tolerance, withdrawal symptoms, impaired control over drug use. Psychoactive drugs like depressants, hallucinogens, opiates, and stimulants disrupt neurotransmitter function in the brain, altering mood and behavior. Long term effects include physical and mental health problems, while withdrawal can be life threatening for heavy users of depressants.
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Magic mushrooms, also known as shrooms, are a hallucinogenic mushroom that can be eaten or brewed as tea. They contain the psychoactive compounds psilocybin and psilocyn. When consumed, they initially cause nausea and then mild altered perceptions and distortions of the senses. Effects vary per use and can include feelings of euphoria but also paranoia, anxiety, and terrifying thoughts. Long term, some may experience flashbacks of hallucinations long after use. Street names include caps, shrooms, and psilocybin. Effects are dose dependent but include relaxation, intensified colors, visual hallucinations, and feelings of euphoria lasting 4-5 hours. However, there are
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This document defines drugs and categorizes them as legal or illegal. It describes the six categories of addictive drugs: cannabis, hallucinogens, inhalants, narcotics, depressants, and stimulants. For each category, it provides examples of drugs that fall within that category and discusses possible short-term and long-term effects of use. The document emphasizes that illegal drugs can harm health, lead to addiction and dependence, and have serious legal consequences.
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The document discusses the hazards of drug abuse in India. It finds that 10 million Indians are dependent on alcohol, 2.3 million on cannabis, and 0.5 million on opiates. Drug abuse can cause both immediate and long-term health effects, including memory loss, violent behavior, liver and kidney damage, and increased risk of diseases like HIV/AIDS. Drug dependency develops as the body adapts to the drug and withdrawal symptoms set in without continued use.
The document is a student project on drugs and addiction. It contains 3 sections:
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Drug abuse affects people worldwide and causes significant health and social issues. According to a 2020 report, around 284 million people aged 15-64 used drugs, a 26% increase over the previous decade. Drugs of abuse fall into categories like depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens and are ingested, inhaled, smoked, injected or snorted. Both immediate and long-term effects of drug abuse include cognitive impairment, accidents, neurological disorders, cardiovascular issues, dependence, and transmission of diseases like HIV/AIDS. Drug abuse also impacts societies through increased crime, family conflicts, loss of human potential, and damage to youth development.
This document is a daily lesson log for a Filipino class. It records information about the grade and section, date, lesson content, materials used, and learning stages for the lesson. Metrics are provided on the total number of learners, the number of learners who demonstrated mastery of the content, and the number who required remediation or reinforcement. The log is signed by the master teacher who taught the lesson and reviewed by additional teachers.
This certificate certifies that Mr. Wilfredo A. Bautista, an MT-1 teacher of Zaragoza National High School, was nominated in the Division Search for Outstanding Filipino Teacher 2012 for his demonstration teaching on September 15, 2012 at Zaragoza National High School. The certification was issued at Mr. Bautista's request to be used as a reference.
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John Lester and his friend Karl skipped school one day to hang out and smoke at a shop. John's mother Jacquelyn later found him at the shop smoking and warned him to stop. Despite her warnings, John continued smoking. One day, John collapsed at home coughing up blood. He was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer from smoking. Despite his friend's death, Karl was afraid to continue smoking. John passed away two months later from lung cancer due to his smoking habit.
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Mr. Patrick Kiener Gamboa is certified as indigent by the Barangay Chairman of San Rafael, Nueva Ecija. The 16-year old belongs to a family with minimal means of livelihood. This certificate of indigency was issued at his request on April 21, 2015 to serve for legal purposes.
Zaragoza National High School monitors teacher lesson logs on a monthly basis. The monitoring form lists the names of 10 teachers, their designations, and columns for each month to mark whether the teacher submitted their lesson log on time, late, or not at all. The form is signed by the Head Teacher and School Principal to document the monitoring done for the school year.
The principal of Zaragoza National High School is requesting 2 gallons of white latex paint from Honeylyn Rivera to help with preparations for the school's Brigada Eskwela in May and the opening of classes in June, as paint is needed to clean and repaint classrooms as part of the annual National Schools Maintenance Week activities before the new school year begins.
Venus M. Galindo has been designated as the Teacher-In-Charge of the Mathematics Department at Zaragoza National High School effective August 29, 2014. As TIC, Galindo will perform all the duties and responsibilities of leading the department. This designation will remain in effect until a qualified Department Head for Mathematics is appointed to the position.
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Cannabis
1. CANNABIS
Bongo/Ganja/Grass/Marijuana/Pot/Thai sticks
What is it?
Cannabisisa tobacco-likegreenish or brownish material madeup of thedried floweringtopsand leavesof thecannabis
(hemp) plant.Cannabisresin or "hash"isthedried blackor brown secretionof thefloweringtops of thecannabisplant,
which ismadeinto a powderor pressed into slabsor cakes.Cannabisoil or "hash oil"iscannabisresinin liquidform.
Cannabisisby far themostcultivated,trafficked and abused illicitdrug.
How is it taken?
All forms of cannabisareusually smoked.Cannabisresinand oil can alsobeingested orally or brewed intea.
How does it affect users?
Cannabiscan makeusersfeel relaxed andheighten theirsensory awareness.Thus,usersmayexperiencea morevivid
senseof sight,smell,tasteand hearing.
What are the risks associated with cannabis use?
Short-termeffects includeincreased appetiteand pulserate.Whilehigh,users' intellectual andphysical abilitiesare
impaired.With largedoses,usersmay experienceseverelyaltered sensory perceptionsand slowand confused thinking.
If the doseis very large,theeffects of cannabisaresimilarto thoseof hallucinogens,andmay causeanxiety,panicand
even psychoticepisodes.
Regular usersof cannabis risk developingdependency to thepointwherethey loseinterestin all other activities,such as
work and personal relationships.
Furthermore,cannabissmokealso contains50 per centmoretar than high tar cigarettes,thus puttingusersatan
increased risk forlungcancerand other respiratory diseases.
Other risks
As with any illicitdrug,takingcannabisalsocloudstheuser'sjudgmentand increasesthechanceof himor her making
bad choices,such ashavingunprotected sex.Thus,theuser riskscontractingHIV/AIDS,hepatitisandother infectious
diseases.
2. COCAINE
Crack/Bazooka/Blanche/Cake/Coke/Lady/Stardust
What is it?
Cocaineisa finewhiteor off-whitepowder thatacts asa powerful stimulant.In itspureform,cocaineisextracted from
the leaves of thecoca plant.On thestreet,itcan bediluted or "cut"with other substancesto increasethequantity.
Crack iscocainethathasbeen further processed with ammonia or sodiumbicarbonate(bakingsoda) andlookslikesmall
flakes or rocks.
Prevalenceratesfor lifetimeuseof cocainearetypically between oneand threeper cent in developed countries,with
higher rates intheUnited States and intheproducercountriesof South America.
How is it taken?
Cocaineisusually sniffed/snorted or injected,whereascrack issmoked.
How does it affect users?
Cocainecan makeusersfeel exhilarated andeuphoric.Furthermore,usersoften experiencea temporary increasein
alertnessand energy levels,and a postponementof hunger and fatigue.
What are the risks associatedwith cocaine use?
Short-termeffects includefaster breathingand increasesin bodytemperatureandheartrate.Users'behaviourcanalso
becomebizarre,erratic and violent.Excessivedosesof cocainemay leadto convulsions,seizures,stroke,cerebral
haemorrhageor heartfailure.
Long-termusers of cocaineriska number of health problems,someof themdependingon theingestionmethod.Sniffing
cocaineseverely damagesnosetissue,smokingcancauserespiratory problems,whilstinjection can lead to abscesses
and infectiousdiseases.
Other risks,regardlessof ingestionmethod,includedependency,malnutrition,weightloss,disorientation,apathyand a
statesimilarto paranoid psychosis.
Other risks
Mixingcocainewith alcohol is a dangerouscocktail and can greatly increasethechancesof sudden death.In fact,itisthe
mostcommon two-drugmixturewhen sudden death occurs.
And as with any illicitdrug,takingcocainealso cloudstheuser'sjudgmentandincreasesthechanceof hi mor her making
bad choices,such ashavingunprotected sex and sharingneedles.Thus,theuser riskscontractingHIV/AIDS,hepatitisand
other infectiousdiseases.
3. ECSTASY
E/Snackies/NewYorkers/Discobiscuits
What is it?
Ecstasy isa psychoactivestimulant.In fact,theterm "ecstasy"does notrefer to a singlesubstance,butrather to a range
of substancessimilarin chemistryand effects.Itis usuallydistributed asa tabletor pill butcan also bea powder or
capsule.Thetabletscanbein many differentshapes and sizes.
Over the lastdecadeor so,ecstasyusehasmadeits wayinto themainstreamcultureincertaincountries.Younger
peoplein particular often seemto possessa skewed senseof safety aboutecstasy use,believingrather erroneously that
the substanceissafeand benign.
How is it taken?
Itis usually taken orallybutcan alsobesnorted or injected.
How does it affectusers?
Ecstasy canheighten users' empathy levelsand inducea feelingof closenessto peoplearound them.Itis often used at
"raveparties"to increaseparticipants' sociability and energy levels.
What are the risksassociatedecstasyuse?
In the shortterm,ecstasycanmakethebody ignoredistresssignalssuch asdehydration,dizzinessandexhaustion,a ndit
can also interferewith thebody'sability to regulatetemperature.Furthermore,ecstasycanseverely damageinternal
organs suchastheliverand thekidneys,and sometimesleadto convulsionsandheartfailure.
Largedoses of ecstasyalso causerestlessness,anxiety and severevisual and auditory hallucinations.
Longer-termecstasy usecan damagecertainbrain regions,resultinginseriousdepressionand memory loss.
Other risks
Tablets or pillsthataresoldas"ecstasy"may contain other potentiallydangeroussubstanceswhich can vary widely in
strength and effects.
As with any illicitdrug,takingecstasy also cloudstheuser'sjudgmentandincreasesthechanceof himor her makingbad
choices,such ashavingunprotected sex.Thus,theuser risks contractingHIV/AIDS,hepatitisand other infectious
diseases.
4. HALLUCINOGENS
What are they?
Hallucinogens,or"psychedelics",are drugsthatalterusers' state of consciousnessandproduce different
kindsof hallucinations.
The main types of hallucinogensare d-lysergicaciddiethylamide (LSD), hencyclidine (PCP),
hallucinogenicamphetamines,mescalineandpsilocybemushrooms.
LSD - D-Lysergic AcidDiethylamide
What is it?
LSD is a semi-syntheticdrugderivedfromlysergicacid,whichisfoundina fungusthatgrows onrye and
othergrains.
LSD, commonlyreferredtoas"acid",isone of the most potenthallucinogens.Itisusuallysoldonthe
streetas small squaresof blottingpaperwithdropscontainingthe drug,butalsoas tablets,capsulesor
occasionallyinliquidform.Itisa colourless,odourlesssubstance withaslightlybittertaste.
How is it taken?
It isusuallyswallowed.
How does it affect users?
TakingLSD leadsto strongchangesin thought,moodandsensesinadditiontofeelingsof empathyand
sociability.However,the exacteffectsof LSDvary dependingonthe mental state of the userand the
environmentwhentakingthe drug.
What are the risks associatedwithLSD use?
Short-term,LSDproducesdelusionsanddistorted perceptions.The user´ssenseof depthandtime
changesand colours,soundandtouch seemmore intense.
Some LSD usersexperience severe,terrifyingthoughtsandfeelingssuchasfear of losingcontrol,fearof
insanityanddeath,anddespair.
The physical effectsare small comparedtothe psychological andemotional effects.Theyinclude dilated
pupils,increasedheartrate andbloodpressure,lossof appetite,sleeplessness,drymouthandtremors.
5. HEROIN
Smack/Brown/H/Horse/Junk/Harry/White lady
What is it?
Heroin is anaddictivedrugwith painkillingpropertiesprocessed frommorphine,a naturally occurringsubstancefrom
the Asian opiumpoppy plant.Pureheroin isa whitepowder.Streetheroin isusually brownish whitebecauseitisdiluted
or "cut"with impurities,meaningeach doseisdifferent.
How is it taken?
Itis usually injected butcan also besnorted,smoked or inhaled.
How does it affect users?
Heroin can makeusersfeel an initial surgeof euphoria,alongwith a feelingof warmth and relaxation.Usersalso often
becomedetached fromemotional or physical distress,pain or anxiety.
What are the risksassociatedwithheroinuse?
Short-termeffects includeconstricted pupils,nausea,vomiting,drowsiness,inability to concentrateand apathy.
Furthermore,heroin isvery addictive,and developmentof toleranceand physical and psychological dependenceoccurs
rapidly.
Long-termheroin usehasa variety of severehealth effects.Amongother things,itcan causesevereweightlossand
malnutritionthatcan leadto damaged veinsand liver disease.Itcan also leadto menstrual irregularity,sedation and
chronicapathy.
Abruptly quittingheroinuseleadsto moderate/severewithdrawal symptomssuch ascramps,diarrhea,tremors,panic,
runningnose,chillsandsweats.
Other risks
When takingheroin,usersrisk takinganoverdose,whichcanleadto coma anddeath throughrespiratory depression.
As with any illicitdrug,takingheroin also cloudstheuser'sjudgmentandincreasesthechanceof himor her makingbad
choices,such ashavingunprotected sex and sharingneedles.Thus,theuser riskscontractingHIV/AIDS,hepatitisand
other infectiousdiseases.
6. Magic mushrooms
Also called:magic mushrooms,liberties,magics,mushies,shrooms.
How they are used
Magic mushrooms are small hallucinogenicmushrooms which grow in Ireland.You can eat them raw, dried,
cooked or stewed. Psilocybeand Amanita Muscaria arethetwo most common varieties but they aredifferent
types of mushroom with different effects
Psilocybe mushrooms (psilocybesemilanceata,psilocybin)
Short-term effects:
Effects vary and begin 30 minutes to two hours after you take them
Effects and can lastup to nine hours
Your experience depends on how you are feeling when you take them so itmay be good or bad
They can distortcolour,sound and objects
They can speed up and slowdown time and movement
They can make you feel more creativeand enlightened
You may feel sick,tired and disorientated
Amanita mushrooms
(A muscaria and Apantherina,panther cap, amani agaric,fly agaric).
Short-term effects:
You will startto feel the effects after 30 minutes, and peak after 2-3 hours
Powerful hallucinations
Amanita can give a sort of out of body experience, you may ‘smell words’and ‘taste colours’
Alcohol-likeeuphoria
Deep sleep with vivid dreams
Slurred speech and poor coordination
Convulsions,muscletwisting
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
Long-term effects
Flashbacks
Anxiety
Other dangers
There are hundreds of varieties of mushroom and some are highly poisonous so you could get sick or dieif you eat
the wrong ones
As with all drugs,magic mushrooms can trigger underlyingmental health problems
If you are pregnant
Do not use if you are pregnant as we don’t know enough about the risks to your baby.
Addictive
Not physically addictivebutyou can build toleranceso you need to take more to get the same effect.
7. Hawaiianbabywoodrose Category: Hallucinogens
Also called:argyreia nervosa,lysergamide,elephantcreeper, trip C, purpleohms, trip,E, happy caps,dionysus,
BC2.
How it’s used
Hawaiian baby woodrose is a climbingvinewith largefurry seeds which grow in pods. The seeds arelightbrown or
tan in colour and contain a powerful hallucinogen LSA (lysergic acid amide),similar to LSD. You can be swallow
them whole or crush them and mix with hot water to make a tea. These seeds have longbeen used in religious
ceremonies in Hawaii and parts of South America. They have become popular in Ireland over the lastfew years as
you can buy it over the internet and through ‘head shops’as a legal product.
Short-term effects
Effects begin after an hour and typically lastfor 4-8 hours
Your perceptions of time, sounds and vision change
Euphoria – extreme happiness
Extreme tiredness
Long-term effects
Flashbacks
You risk psychological disturbanceif you useheavily
Indifference and apathy
Decreased psychomotor activity
You may feel likeyou’re sinkinginto nothingness
Tiredness,desire to sleep
Feelings of unreality
Other dangers
Overdose of Hawaiian baby woodrosemay causea psychotic episode
If you are pregnant
Do not use Hawaiian baby woodroseif you arepregnant as itcan causeuterine contractions,so you could lose
your baby.
Addictive
You can’tbecome physically addicted and there is a very lowrisk of psychological dependency.
Withdrawal
No withdrawal symptoms
How long does it stay in your system?
No urinetest for this yet
8. Ketamine Category:HallucinogensSedatives
(also called: special K, K, vitamin K)
How it’s used
Ketamine is an anaesthetic. You can get it as a white powder to snort, a liquid to inject or a tablet to
swallow.
Short-term effects
Depending on how you take it, the effects generally start within a few minutes and last 1-3 hours
You can have an ‘out of body’ experience
You may have hallucinations, numbness and muscle spasms
You may also feel sick or vomit
Long-term effects
If you use ketamine regularly, you may get ‘flashbacks’
Loss of appetite and weight loss
Ketamine is linked to many mental health problems including panic attacks, insomnia, delusions
and suicide
Can cause depression, memory problems and psychotic episodes
Other dangers
If inject it, ketamine may damage your veins and lead to abscesses and thrombosis
You risk HIV and hepatitis if you share needles
If you are pregnant
Do not use if you are pregnant as we don’t know enough about the risks to your baby
Addictive
You have a fairly high risk of becoming psychologically addicted, so you find it hard to cope without it.
Withdrawal
No known physical withdrawal symptoms
9. Ecstasy Category:HallucinogensSedativesStimulants
Also called:E, disco biscuits,hugdrug, mitsubishi,rolex,dolphins,XTC,yokes, love doves, MDMA, brownies,M and
Ms, sweeties, tulips,X.
How it’s used
Ecstasy is a stimulantdrug(‘upper’) that also produces mild hallucinogenic effects.Ecstasy tablets come in a
variety of colours and shapes and often have a logo or design.
Short-term effects
Effects can startafter 20 to 60 minutes and lastfor several hours
Your pupils dilateand your jaw tightens
You may have nausea,sweating, loss of appetite, dry mouth and throat
You can have epileptic fits and paranoiafor the firsttime
Your body temperature, blood pressureand heart rate go up
You may feel intense emotions and lovefor people around you
Anxiety, panic attacks and confusion
Long-term effects
Weight loss
Loss of interest in work
You may get flashbacks
Sleep problems, lack of energy and dietary problems
Bouts of depression,personality changeand memory loss
Other dangers
Danger of collapse,vomitingand burstblood vessels
Anxiety, psychosis,panic attacks,hallucinations,insomniaand paranoia
Liver, kidney and heart problems
Women may get more frequent urinary tractinfections
Heart failure
The ‘loved up’ feelingcan lead to unsafesex, with the risk of unwanted pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease
(STDs) and HIV
Heatstroke, dehydration
Drinkingtoo much fluid too fastcan be dangerous – best to sip 1 pintof water per hour
Death by overdose is rare
If you are pregnant
Do not use ecstasy if you arepregnant as we don’t know enough about the risks to your baby.
Addictive
Not physically addictivebutthere is a risk of psychological addiction,when you feel you can’t enjoy yourself
without it. You may build toleranceto it so you might have to keep takingmore to get the same effect.
Withdrawal
If you useregularly,you may feel tired and depressed when you withdrawfrom ecstasy.
How long does it stay in your system?
Ecstasy shows up in urinetests for 3-8 days.(The length of time depends on the test used, the amount you take, if
you have other medical conditions and your own metabolism.Pleaseuse this figure as a guide only)
10. Cannabis Category:HallucinogensSedatives
Also called:hash,hashish,blow,pot, ganja,marijuana,grass,joint,THC, bhang, black,blast,blunts,Bob Hope,
bush, dope, draw, hemp, herb, puff, northern lights,resin,sensi,shit,smoke, soap,spliff,wacky backy,weed, zero,
afgan,moroccan.
Skunk is called:sinsemilla,homegrown, buds,tops, nederwiet or netherweed
How it’s used
You can smoke it with tobacco in a joint,inhalethrough a pipe or bong or make into a tea or food.
Herbal cannabis (grass or weed) is common and is generally made from the dried leaves and floweringparts of the
female plantand looks liketightly packed dried herbs.
Skunk is a general term given to stronger forms of cannabis thatcontain more THC, cannabis’s activeingredient,
than resin or more traditional herbal cannabis.
Resin/hash is a black/brown lump made from the resin of the plant.
Short-term effects
You may feel sedated, chilled outand happy
Some people feel sick
You may get ‘the munchies’or feel hungry
Your pulserate speeds up and blood pressuregoes down
Bloodshoteyes, dry mouth
Tiredness
Long-term effects
May damage your lungs and lead to breathingproblems
Has been linked with mental health problems, such as depression and schizophrenia
May lower sperm count and suppresses ovulation so you may have problems getting pregnant
Regular use may affect your memory, mood, motivation and ability to learn
May causeanxiety and paranoia
May affect your coordination and reactions so you aremore at risk of accidents,especially if you also drink alcohol
Other dangers
As with tobacco, smokinghash may causecancer
Cannabis psychosis –when you disconnectfrom reality and startshowingsymptoms such as delusions and
hallucinationseven when you are not usingdrugs
If you are pregnant
If you smoke cannabis with tobacco whileyou arepregnant the risk to your baby is the same as smoking – smaller
birth weight, higher risk of premature (early) birth, higher risk of miscarriage,your baby may get less oxygen
through the placenta.After the birth, your baby is atmore risk of cot death and early health problems,such as
asthma.
Addictive
You can get psychologically addicted to cannabis,in this case,you might find it hard to cope without it. If you
smoke itwith tobacco you may get physically addicted to tobacco (see Tobacco ).
Withdrawal
Anxiety, irritability
Urge or cravings to smoke
Sleep problems, restlessness
Loss of appetite
How long does it stay in your system?
Cannabis will showup in a urine test for 2-28 days (The length of time depends on the test used, the amount you
take, if you have other medical conditions and your own metabolism.Pleaseuse this figure as a guide only.)
11. Benzodiazepines Category:Sedatives
Also called:benzos, jellies,sleepers,moggies, roofies,downers, eggs, rugby balls,D5s,D10s,roche.
How it’s used
Benzodiazepines area sedative(‘downer’). You can get them as a tablet, capsule,injection or suppository.They
are prescribed to reduce anxiety or stress,encourage sleep or to relax muscles.They are sometimes used to ease
the comedown from stimulantdrugs (‘uppers’) such as ecstasy,cocaineand speed or with other ‘downer’ drugs
such as alcohol and heroin.
Short-term effects
They can begin to affect you after 10 to 15 minutes and lastup to 6 hours
Depresses your nervous system and slows your body down
Relieves stress,anxiety and tension and can make you more calmand relaxed
You can become drowsy, forgetful and confused which can lead to accidents
Long-term effects
Short-term memory loss
They may losetheir effect as ‘sleepingpills’after only two weeks of continuous use. They no longer control anxiety
after four months of regular use.
Other dangers
Very dangerous if you stop suddenly
Mixingthem with other downers likealcohol or heroin increases your risk of fatal overdose
Injectingtablets or capsules isvery dangerous and can causesepticaemia (blood poisoning),abscesses,
thrombosis,gangrene, loss of limbs and even death
You areat risk of HIV and hepatitis if you shareinjectingequipment
Rohypnol has been linked with ‘date rapes’and sexual assaults
If you are pregnant
If you usebenzos duringpregnancy, there is a higher risk of your baby being born with a cleft palate(an
abnormality of the lip or mouth). Using high doses before you deliver can seriously affectyour baby’s breathing at
birth and may kill them. Your baby may have withdrawal for up to 2-4 weeks after delivery and may find it difficult
to suck.Your baby may be at greater risk of cot death.
Addictive
You can quickly become addicted to benzodiazepines physically,so your body craves it, and psychologically,so you
find it hard to cope with lifewithout it. Because your toleranceincreases over time, you have to keep taking more
to get the same buzz.
Withdrawal
The effects of benzodiazepines can lastup to 24 hours.Withdrawal symptoms can begin between one and seven
days after your lastdoseand can lastfor several months. Symptoms includeanxiety,confusion and serious
convulsions(‘benzo fits’).These can be dangerous and you may need medical help.
How long does it stay in your system?
Benzodiazepines will showup in a urinetest for 2-28 days.(The length of time depends on the test used, the
amount you take, if you have other medical conditions and your own metabolism.Pleaseuse this figureas a guide
only.)
12. Kratom Category: Headshop Drugs
Also called: krypton, mitragyna speciosa, mitragynine.
Kratom comes from the leaves of a tropical tree, grown in South East Asia. At low doses it has
cocaine-like stimulant effects but at higher doses it can have sedative-narcotic effects.
Chemicals in the leaves, chiefly mitragynine & 7-hydroxymitragynine, bind to the same opiate
receptors as heroin & morphine. You can get it in the form of leaves, powder and resin. You
chew or smoke it or make it into a tea.
Short term effects
You may get stimulating (‘upper’) effects at low doses and sedative (‘downer’) effects at higher
doses
Negative effects include headaches, dry mouth, needing to urinate more often, loss of appetite
and constipation
Long term effects
You can develop dark patches of skin on your cheeks
Weight loss
Psychosis – when you lose contact with reality
Other dangers
Can be dangerous if you use it with other substances including cocaine, amphetamines, alcohol,
benzodiazepines, heroin or MAOI (monoamine oxidase inhibitors)
If you are pregnant
Do not use if you are pregnant as we don’t know enough about the risks to your baby.
Addictive
You can become dependent on kratom if you use it regularly.
Withdrawal
If you use it often you may get withdrawal symptoms such as muscle aches, irritability, a runny
nose, diarrhoea and muscle jerking.
How long does it stay in your system?
Kratom will show up in a urine test for about six hours. (The length of time depends on the test
used, the amount you take, if you have other medical conditions and your own metabolism.
Please use this figure as a guide only)
13. Pills Category:HeadshopDrugs
Such as:Energy, Entrophy, Go E.
How it’s used
SinceBZP was made illegal,a number of piperazineproducts came on the market. Up until the recent government
banin Ireland,the chemical mCPP was found in pills sold here.mCPP has similar effects to MDMA (ecstasy).
Another popular substancewas TFMPP, which is reported to have weak hallucinogeniceffects. The effects listed
below are know to be associated with these 'pill' typesubstances sold in head shops.Products that have appeard
sincethe recent ban include,Energy, Entrophy, Go E. After testing, compounds found in these 'post-ban' substance
are Dimethylamylamine(DMAA); Fluorotropacocaine(2-PEA); Hordenine; Caffeine; and Glaucine.We shall update
this page in lightof any further developments.
Other stimulant-type substances (‘uppers’)
Aminoindans area short actingstimulant(‘upper’) found in products such as pink champagne and high doses of
caffeine. 5HTP(5-hydroxytryptophan) is found in griffonia seed extract. Methylhexanamine is found in geranium
extract. Both of these ingredients are found in the product ‘Trance’.
Short-term effects
These products have a stimulanteffect which speed up your body
Effects can vary from person to person and from each time you use it
Your heart beat speeds up and blood pressureincreases
Long-term effects
If you have underlyingmental health problems, any drug can trigger them
Because we don’t know what’s in these drugs,you are not fully informed about the risks of takingthe drug or
when used with other drugs
Other dangers
Like ecstasy,you need to stay hydrated but it is dangerous to drink too much too fast – best to sip 1 pintof water
per hour
New products are developed all thetime and we do not have enough information about the dangers of taking
them
If you are pregnant
Do not use if you are pregnant as we don’t know enough about the risks to your baby.
Addictive
All drugs can become habitforming
How long does it stay in your system?
No urinetest for this yet