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Stimulants Stimulants The most commonly abused stimulants include • Methamphetamine • Cocaine • Khat Methamphetamine Methamphetamine Facts • It is a highly addictive central nervous system stimulant. • It is medically used in small controlled amounts to treat ADHD and obesity. • It was developed by the Japanese in 1919 and used during WWII by soldiers to help them stay alert; and to energize factory workers Methamphetamine Facts • It is a white, odorless, bitter-tasting crystalline powder that can be swallowed, smoked, snorted or injected. • It is often used with other drugs such as marijuana and heroin Methamphetamine Facts • Meth is often made in small, illegal laboratories, where it’s production endangers the people in the labs, neighbors, and the environment. • Meth labs are toxic waste dumps due to the various chemicals used in production. • Purity of the drug is uncontrolled due to the various production methods Immediate Effects of Meth Abuse • • • • • • • • Increased wakefulness Increased physical activity Decreased appetite Increased respiration Rapid heart rate Irregular heartbeat Increased blood pressure Tremors in hands and fingers • Dilated pupils • Dry mouth • Dizziness • Excessive sweating Long-Term Effects of Meth Abuse • Extreme weight loss • Severe dental problems (“meth mouth”) • Anxiety • Confusion • Insomnia • Mood disturbances • Violent behavior • Paranoia • Hallucinations • Delusions (“Meth bugs”) leading to skin ulcerations & infection • Permanent damage to brain cells Cocaine Cocaine Facts • Cocaine is a powerfully addictive central nervous system stimulant extracted from the leaves of the coca plant. • It was first isolated in the 1800’s and used in patent medicines (throat lozenges, tonics, etc.) and other products (Coke), until outlawed in 1914. Cocaine Facts Cocaine Facts • The powdered form of cocaine is usually snorted, or dissolved in water and injected. • Crack is the crystal form of cocaine, which when heated, produces vapors that are smoked. Physical Effects of Cocaine Abuse • Insomnia • Increased body temperature • Increased heart rate • Heart attack or stroke • Rapid breathing • Seizures • Headaches • Nausea • Constipation • Weight loss • Nasal abnormalities (loss of smell, stuffiness) • Impotency • Difficulty urinating • Birth defects (can be caused by use by male or female) Mental Effects of Cocaine Abuse • • • • • • Depression Poor concentration Increased anxiety Tendency to lie Confusion Withdrawal from normal activities • • • • • • Hallucinations Paranoia Irritability Attention deficits Listlessness Legal risks Khat Khat Facts • Khat is a stimulant drug derived from a shrub (Catha edulis) that is native to East Africa and southern Arabia. • Khat users typically chew on the leaves. • The effects can last for 24 hours. Effects of Khat Abuse • • • • • Euphoria Increased alertness Increased heart rate Increased blood pressure Tooth decay and gum disease • Constipation • Stomach ulcers and tumors • Cardiovascular disorders • Nightmares • Worsening of pre-existing mental disorders