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DRUGS Marijuana- a drug made from dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant. THC- The main active chemical in marijuana. Amnesia- partial or total memory loss. Ecstasy- a club drug pill, tablet, or capsule that speeds up the central nervous system, making the person feel very alert or hyper. Anabolic Steroids- Synthetic substances related to the male sex hormones. Increased heart rate Nausea and dizziness Elevated blood pressure Chills Sweating Increased sense of confidence Club Drugs 1. Rohypnol- date rape drug 2. GHB 3. Ketamine (special K) Narcotics Narcotics- Specific drugs obtained only by prescription and used to relieve pain. Good at controlling extreme pain HIGHLY addictive 1. Opium- Liquid from the poppy plant containing substances that numb the body. Effect the brains pleasure center Physical and psychological dependence Highly addictive Euphoria- a feeling of well being or elation. 2. Heroin- An illegal narcotic, highly addictive. Can be inhaled, injected, or smoked. Respiratory problems Death Drowsiness and constipation Diarrhea, vomiting, cold flashes, muscle and joint pain. 3. OxyCotin- legal narcotic that must be prescribed by a doctor. Used for patients with cancer, back pain, or arthritis. Highly addictive Stimulants Drugs that speed up the nervous system by increasing heart rate, pulse, and blood pressure. 1. Cocaine 2. Amphetamines 3. Methamphetamines Heart failure Brain damage Depressants Substances that slow down normal brain function. Doctors can prescribe depressants for: Sleeplessness Anxiety tension Hallucinogens Drugs that distort moods, thoughts, and senses. Some are made from natural substances in plants, such as cactus and mushrooms. The user can not distinguish the difference between what is real and what is not. Examples: LSD PCP Harmful effects: Increased heart rate and blood pressure Convulsions Heart and lung failure Broken blood vessels Chills and nausea Violent behavior Inhalants- (whippets, poppers, snappers) Any substance whose fumes are snuffed and inhaled to produce mindaltering sensations. Toxic or poisonous inhalants are: Paint Vegetable cooking sprays Air freshener Lighter fluid Markers Pens White out Hair spray Harmful effects: 1. unconsciousness 2. suffocation 3. choking 4. seizures 5. death Getting Help Drug treatment options: 1. Treatment options 2. Counseling 3. support groups