Understanding Drugs of Abuse

Understanding Drugs of Abuse
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1. DRUGS OF ABUSE (Select Slide Show on the PowerPoint toolbar and then select Start Slide Show From the Beginning. Otherwise the links will not function. DRUGS OF ABUSE (Select Slide Show on the PowerPoint toolbar and then select Start Slide Show From the Beginning. Otherwise the links will not function. DRUGS OF ABUSE (Select Slide Show on the PowerPoint toolbar and then select Start Slide Show From the Beginning. Otherwise the links will not function. DRUGS OF ABUSE (Select Slide Show on the PowerPoint toolbar and then select Start Slide Show From the Beginning. Otherwise the links will not function.

2. CNS DEPRESSANTS Drugs that depress the overall functioning of the Central Nervous System (CNS) to induce sedation, muscle relaxation, and drowsiness * . CNS DEPRESSANTS Drugs that depress the overall functioning of the Central Nervous System (CNS) to induce sedation, muscle relaxation, and drowsiness * . CNS DEPRESSANTS Drugs that depress the overall functioning of the Central Nervous System (CNS) to induce sedation, muscle relaxation, and drowsiness * . CNS DEPRESSANTS Drugs that depress the overall functioning of the Central Nervous System (CNS) to induce sedation, muscle relaxation, and drowsiness * . * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions

3. ALCOHOL ALCOHOL ALCOHOL ALCOHOL Alcohol is the MOST ABUSED drug by Soldiers. Alcohol is the MOST ABUSED drug by Soldiers. Alcohol is a Central Nervous System (CNS) depressant. Alcohol is a Central Nervous System (CNS) depressant. Alcohol is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use. Alcohol is considered to be a gateway drug to other drug use. A standard alcohol drink is considered to be: A standard alcohol drink is considered to be: One 12-ounce bottle of beer/wine cooler One 12-ounce bottle of beer/wine cooler One 5-ounce glass of wine One 5-ounce glass of wine 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits. 1.5 ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits.

4. Alcohol is also known as: Alcohol is also known as: Some effects of alcohol are: Some effects of alcohol are: ALCOHOL ALCOHOL ALCOHOL ALCOHOL Booze Booze Juice Juice Sauce Sauce Grog Grog Piss Piss Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Blurred Vision Blurred Vision Unconsciousness Unconsciousness Impaired Motor Skills Impaired Motor Skills Slurred Speech Slurred Speech Loss of Inhibitions Loss of Inhibitions

5. Barbiturates are prescription sedatives or tranquilizers. Barbiturates are prescription sedatives or tranquilizers. Barbiturates are multi-colored pills and tablets Barbiturates are multi-colored pills and tablets and are Central Nervous System (CNS) and are Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants that cause drowsiness. depressants that cause drowsiness. Barbiturates are also known as: Barbiturates are also known as: BARBITURATES BARBITURATES BARBITURATES BARBITURATES Downers Downers Barbs Barbs Stumblers Stumblers Red Devils Red Devils Sleepers Sleepers Rainbows Rainbows

6. BARBITURATES BARBITURATES BARBITURATES BARBITURATES Barbiturates are most often consumed to get high. Barbiturates are most often consumed to get high. Barbiturates can cause: Barbiturates can cause: Barbiturates are prescribed to treat: Barbiturates are prescribed to treat: Anxiety Anxiety Depression Depression Epilepsy Epilepsy Insomnia Insomnia Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Withdrawal Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Withdrawal Sleepiness Sleepiness Nausea/Dizziness Nausea/Dizziness Impaired Senses Impaired Senses Lack of Motivation Lack of Motivation Loss of Sexual Drive Loss of Sexual Drive Irregular Menstruation Irregular Menstruation Vertigo Vertigo Coma Coma Death Death

7. KETAMINE KETAMINE KETAMINE KETAMINE Ketamine, or ketamine hydrochloride, is a Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressant and a dissociative anesthetic, or a drug that separates perception from sensation. Ketamine, or ketamine hydrochloride, is a Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressant and a dissociative anesthetic, or a drug that separates perception from sensation. Ketamine is used primarily as an anesthetic in veterinary medicine, but is also sometimes used with small children and the elderly. Ketamine is used primarily as an anesthetic in veterinary medicine, but is also sometimes used with small children and the elderly. Ketamine can be found as a clear white liquid or as a white powder. Ketamine can be found as a clear white liquid or as a white powder.

8. KETAMINE KETAMINE KETAMINE KETAMINE Ketamine can be ingested several different ways: Ketamine can be ingested several different ways: Injected Injected Snorted Snorted Smoked Smoked Orally In a pill or liquid form Orally In a pill or liquid form Ketamine is also called: Ketamine is also called: K K Kit Kat Kit Kat Special K Special K Super Acid Super Acid

9. KETAMINE SIDE EFFECTS KETAMINE SIDE EFFECTS KETAMINE SIDE EFFECTS KETAMINE SIDE EFFECTS Stroke Stroke Chronic Depression Chronic Depression K-Hole Slang for the near- death or out-of-body experience that Ketamine causes. K-Hole Slang for the near- death or out-of-body experience that Ketamine causes. Muscle Rigidity Muscle Rigidity High Blood Pressure High Blood Pressure Respiratory Distress Respiratory Distress Paralysis Paralysis Heart Attack Heart Attack Death Death

10. OPIATES OPIATES OPIATES OPIATES Opiates are drugs that are derived from the Poppy Plant and are Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants. Opiates are drugs that are derived from the Poppy Plant and are Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants. The most common opiates are: The most common opiates are: Opium Opium Heroin Heroin Morphine Morphine Codeine Codeine Opiates are known by several different names: Opiates are known by several different names: Smack Smack Smack Smack Chiva Chiva Chiva Chiva Morf Morf Morf Morf H H H H Soapium Soapium Soapium Soapium Flower Flower Flower Flower Poppy Poppy Poppy Poppy Hazel Hazel Hazel Hazel

11. HOW ARE OPIATES CONSUMED? HOW ARE OPIATES CONSUMED? HOW ARE OPIATES CONSUMED? HOW ARE OPIATES CONSUMED? Snorted Because of the high potency of heroin today, more and more users are snorting the drug. Snorted Because of the high potency of heroin today, more and more users are snorting the drug. Injected Injecting opiates, specifically heroin, is still the choice ingestion method. Many addicts choose to inject the drug because of the quick and powerful onset of the effects. Users can inject the drug directly into the blood stream or the muscle tissue. Injected Injecting opiates, specifically heroin, is still the choice ingestion method. Many addicts choose to inject the drug because of the quick and powerful onset of the effects. Users can inject the drug directly into the blood stream or the muscle tissue. Smoked The method of choice for opium is smoking the tar like substance. Other opiates are often smoked on top of marijuana. This is known as snow capping. Smoked The method of choice for opium is smoking the tar like substance. Other opiates are often smoked on top of marijuana. This is known as snow capping. Eaten All opiates can be consumed orally. Many prescription pain killers on the market today are opiates. Eaten All opiates can be consumed orally. Many prescription pain killers on the market today are opiates.

12. OPIATES SIDE EFFECTS OPIATES SIDE EFFECTS OPIATES SIDE EFFECTS OPIATES SIDE EFFECTS Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Constipation Constipation Itchy Skin Itchy Skin Sleepiness Sleepiness Loss of Sex Drive Loss of Sex Drive Altered Mental Process Altered Mental Process Absence of Stress Absence of Stress Overdose/Death Overdose/Death Impaired Vision Impaired Vision Collapsed Veins Collapsed Veins Menstrual Irregularities Menstrual Irregularities Liver Damage Liver Damage Kidney Damage Kidney Damage Lung Damage Lung Damage Brain Damage Brain Damage Immune System Damage Immune System Damage

13. OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN Oxycontin is a synthetic opium derivative that is available by prescription. Oxycontin is a synthetic opium derivative that is available by prescription. Oxycontin is an extremely potent pain killer that comes in time release tablets that last for up to twelve hours. Oxycontin is an extremely potent pain killer that comes in time release tablets that last for up to twelve hours. Oxycontin is prescribed to cancer patients and chronic pain suffers to help in managing pain. Oxycontin is prescribed to cancer patients and chronic pain suffers to help in managing pain.

14. OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN OXYCONTIN Oxycontin has been linked to over 120 overdose deaths nationwide. In addition to overdose, some serious side effects are: Oxycontin has been linked to over 120 overdose deaths nationwide. In addition to overdose, some serious side effects are: Seizures Seizures Muscle Weakness/Aches Muscle Weakness/Aches Fever Fever Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Breathing Difficulties Breathing Difficulties Chestpains Chestpains Oxycontin is also called: Oxycontin is also called: OCs OCs Oxycoffins Oxycoffins XYs XYs Oxycotton Oxycotton

15. GHB GHB GHB GHB GHB, or Gamma Hydroxylbuteric acid, is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant that sometimes causes hallucinations. GHB, or Gamma Hydroxylbuteric acid, is a central nervous system (CNS) depressant that sometimes causes hallucinations. GHB is usually found as a clear liquid with a slightly salty taste, but can also be found as a small tablet or capsule, all of which dissolve quickly in liquid. GHB is usually found as a clear liquid with a slightly salty taste, but can also be found as a small tablet or capsule, all of which dissolve quickly in liquid. GHB usually is sold by capful or teaspoon, also known as a dose. GHB usually is sold by capful or teaspoon, also known as a dose.

16. GHB GHB GHB GHB GHB is also known as: GHB is also known as: Georgia Home Boy Georgia Home Boy Liquid X Liquid X Gamma X Gamma X Gook Gook Fantasy Fantasy Grievous Bodily Harm Grievous Bodily Harm The side effects of GHB depend on the amount consumed and can be felt within one hour of ingestion: The side effects of GHB depend on the amount consumed and can be felt within one hour of ingestion: Dizziness/Nausea Dizziness/Nausea Reduced Inhibitions Reduced Inhibitions Grogginess Grogginess Slurred Speech Slurred Speech Coma/Death Coma/Death Vertigo/Sight Problems Vertigo/Sight Problems

17. ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL Rohypnol (chemical name fluritzrazepam) is a CNS Depressant that is more than ten times as strong as Valium. Rohypnol (chemical name fluritzrazepam) is a CNS Depressant that is more than ten times as strong as Valium. Rohypnol belongs to the benzodiazepines family, which also includes drugs such as Valium, Librium, and Xanax. Rohypnol belongs to the benzodiazepines family, which also includes drugs such as Valium, Librium, and Xanax. Rohypnol is known as a Date Rape Drug due Rohypnol is known as a Date Rape Drug due to its association with sexual assaults. to its association with sexual assaults. Rohypnol is almost always ingested orally in either the pill form or dissolved in a beverage, but is sometimes ground up and snorted. Rohypnol is almost always ingested orally in either the pill form or dissolved in a beverage, but is sometimes ground up and snorted.

18. ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL ROHYPNOL Rohypnol is sometimes also called: Rohypnol is sometimes also called: Roophies Roophies Forget Me Drug Forget Me Drug Roach Roach Rope Rope Circles Circles Rib Rib Amnesia Amnesia Disinhibition Disinhibition Aggressive Behavior Aggressive Behavior Slurred Speech Slurred Speech Dizziness/Nausea Dizziness/Nausea Blackouts (can last 8-24 hours) Blackouts (can last 8-24 hours) Respiratory Distress Respiratory Distress Death Death Overdose Overdose There are several side effects associated with Rohypnol use: There are several side effects associated with Rohypnol use:

19. CNS STIMULANTS Drugs that increase the chemical and electrical activity of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and make the user more alert, active, anxious, restless and, in general, more stimulated than normal * . CNS STIMULANTS Drugs that increase the chemical and electrical activity of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and make the user more alert, active, anxious, restless and, in general, more stimulated than normal * . CNS STIMULANTS Drugs that increase the chemical and electrical activity of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and make the user more alert, active, anxious, restless and, in general, more stimulated than normal * . CNS STIMULANTS Drugs that increase the chemical and electrical activity of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and make the user more alert, active, anxious, restless and, in general, more stimulated than normal * . * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions

20. Amphetamines are generally a white or off- white powder that can be ingested orally, snorted, or injected. Amphetamines are generally a white or off- white powder that can be ingested orally, snorted, or injected. The side effects of amphetamine abuse can include: The side effects of amphetamine abuse can include: AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES Dizziness/Nausea Dizziness/Nausea Irregular Heartbeat Irregular Heartbeat Chronic Anxiety Chronic Anxiety Decreased Appetite Decreased Appetite Loss of Coordination Loss of Coordination Brain Damage Brain Damage Coma/Death Coma/Death Chronic Psychosis Chronic Psychosis Body Tremors Body Tremors

21. Amphetamines are powerful stimulants that increase activity in the Central Nervous System (CNS), or speed up the way the human body works. Amphetamines are powerful stimulants that increase activity in the Central Nervous System (CNS), or speed up the way the human body works. Amphetamines are drugs that induce false feelings of power, strength, self-assertion and enhanced motivation. Amphetamines are drugs that induce false feelings of power, strength, self-assertion and enhanced motivation. Amphetamines are also known as: Amphetamines are also known as: AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES AMPHETAMINES Speed Speed Jollies Jollies Black Beauties Black Beauties Wake Ups Wake Ups Bennies Bennies Crystal Crystal

22. METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE Methamphetamine is a powerful, synthetic Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulant. Methamphetamine is a powerful, synthetic Central Nervous System (CNS) Stimulant. Methamphetamine is generally a white or off-white powder that can be ingested several different ways: Methamphetamine is generally a white or off-white powder that can be ingested several different ways: Orally In a pill form Orally In a pill form Snorted This can cause severe damage to the interior and exterior of the nose. Snorted This can cause severe damage to the interior and exterior of the nose. Intravenously - The methamphetamine can be injected into either the blood stream or the muscle tissue Intravenously - The methamphetamine can be injected into either the blood stream or the muscle tissue Smoked Methamphetamine is sometimes smoked by itself or on top of marijuana. Smoked Methamphetamine is sometimes smoked by itself or on top of marijuana.

23. METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE METHAMPHETAMINE Methamphetamine is also known as: Methamphetamine is also known as: Ice Ice Meth Meth Crystal Crystal Crystal Meth Crystal Meth The side effects of methamphetamine are so serious that they can effect the abuser for the rest of their life: The side effects of methamphetamine are so serious that they can effect the abuser for the rest of their life: Anxiety/Panic Attacks Anxiety/Panic Attacks Chronic Depression Chronic Depression Kidney Disorders Kidney Disorders Lung Disorders Lung Disorders Immune System Damage Immune System Damage Birth Defects Birth Defects Severe Psychological Problems Severe Psychological Problems Stroke Stroke Death Death

24. COCAINE COCAINE COCAINE COCAINE Cocaine is a bitter, white, odorless, crystalline drug. Cocaine is a bitter, white, odorless, crystalline drug. Cocaine is a Schedule II drug and is classified as a CNS stimulant. Cocaine is a Schedule II drug and is classified as a CNS stimulant. Cocaine is extracted and refined from the Coca Plant, which is grown primarily in the Andean region of South America. Cocaine is extracted and refined from the Coca Plant, which is grown primarily in the Andean region of South America. Cocaine is also known as: Cocaine is also known as: Dust Dust Snow Snow Crack Crack Coke Coke Candy Candy Blow Blow

25. COCAINE COCAINE COCAINE COCAINE The side effects of cocaine use can be extremely dangerous: The side effects of cocaine use can be extremely dangerous: Onset Onset Duration Duration Snorted Snorted 1 minute 20-40 Minutes Injected Injected 1-5 Seconds 15-20 Minutes Smoked Smoked Immediate 5-15 Minutes Dilated Pupils Dilated Pupils Psychosis Psychosis Seizures Seizures Increased Heart Rate Increased Heart Rate Fear/Paranoia Fear/Paranoia Strokes Strokes Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Kidney Failure Kidney Failure Overdose/Death Overdose/Death The level and length of the effects depend on how the drug was induced. The level and length of the effects depend on how the drug was induced.

26. HALLUCINOGENS Drugs that cause intensified sensations, mixed-up sensations (visual input becomes sound), illusions, delusions, hallucinations, stimulation, and impaired judgment and reasoning * . HALLUCINOGENS Drugs that cause intensified sensations, mixed-up sensations (visual input becomes sound), illusions, delusions, hallucinations, stimulation, and impaired judgment and reasoning * . HALLUCINOGENS Drugs that cause intensified sensations, mixed-up sensations (visual input becomes sound), illusions, delusions, hallucinations, stimulation, and impaired judgment and reasoning * . HALLUCINOGENS Drugs that cause intensified sensations, mixed-up sensations (visual input becomes sound), illusions, delusions, hallucinations, stimulation, and impaired judgment and reasoning * . * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions

27. LSD LSD LSD LSD LSD is hallucinogenic chemical that is derived from a parasitic fungus that grows on rye. LSD is hallucinogenic chemical that is derived from a parasitic fungus that grows on rye. LSD is produced as a crystal, then dissolved in alcohol prior to sale and consumption. LSD is produced as a crystal, then dissolved in alcohol prior to sale and consumption. LSD users describe their experience with the drug as a trip. LSD users describe their experience with the drug as a trip. LSD has become known as: LSD has become known as: Acid Acid Trips Trips Hits Hits Blotter Blotter

28. HOW IS LSD CONSUMED? HOW IS LSD CONSUMED? HOW IS LSD CONSUMED? HOW IS LSD CONSUMED? LSD is generally taken orally, either as a pill, a piece of blotter paper (as seen on right), or via liquid dripped onto a sugar cube. LSD can also be absorbed through the users skin. LSD is generally taken orally, either as a pill, a piece of blotter paper (as seen on right), or via liquid dripped onto a sugar cube. LSD can also be absorbed through the users skin.

29. LSD SIDE EFFECTS LSD SIDE EFFECTS LSD SIDE EFFECTS LSD SIDE EFFECTS Physical side of effects of LSD include : Physical side of effects of LSD include : Dilated Pupils Dilated Pupils Extreme Sweating Extreme Sweating Loss of Appetite Loss of Appetite Body Tremors Body Tremors Nausea Nausea Seizures Seizures Most psychological side effects are due to severe changes to the users perception, thought, and mood : Most psychological side effects are due to severe changes to the users perception, thought, and mood : Vivid Hallucinations Vivid Hallucinations Loss of Depth Perception Loss of Depth Perception Feelings of fear and anxiety BAD TRIPS Feelings of fear and anxiety BAD TRIPS Fusion of Senses (i.e. Seeing Music and Hearing Colors) Fusion of Senses (i.e. Seeing Music and Hearing Colors) Distorted Perception of Time Distorted Perception of Time True Hallucinations True Hallucinations

30. MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS Mushrooms that contain PSILOCYBIN are known as magic mushrooms as they contain hallucinogenic properties. Mushrooms that contain PSILOCYBIN are known as magic mushrooms as they contain hallucinogenic properties. Magic mushrooms have been used by several cultures to induce altered states of consciousness during their religious rituals. Magic mushrooms have been used by several cultures to induce altered states of consciousness during their religious rituals. Mushrooms can be consumed in a variety of manners: Mushrooms can be consumed in a variety of manners: Eaten Either raw or cooked, much like non- hallucinogenic mushrooms. Eaten Either raw or cooked, much like non- hallucinogenic mushrooms. Drank Heated with water to make a tea or soup. Drank Heated with water to make a tea or soup. Smoked The mushroom is ground into a fine powder and often smoked on top of marijuana. Smoked The mushroom is ground into a fine powder and often smoked on top of marijuana.

31. MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS MUSHROOMS The side effects of Mushrooms vary greatly depending upon the strength and purity of the fungus: The side effects of Mushrooms vary greatly depending upon the strength and purity of the fungus: Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Stomach Pains Stomach Pains Flashbacks Flashbacks Anxiety/Panic Attacks Anxiety/Panic Attacks Impaired Judgement Impaired Judgement Diarrhea Diarrhea Mental Disorders Mental Disorders Increased Heart Rate Increased Heart Rate

32. PCP PCP PCP PCP PCP is classified as a hallucinogen and a dissociative anesthetic, or drug that separates perception from sensation. PCP is classified as a hallucinogen and a dissociative anesthetic, or drug that separates perception from sensation. PCP comes in several forms: PCP comes in several forms: Crystalline Powder Crystalline Powder Colored Powder Colored Powder Diluted in Water Diluted in Water Pills Pills Capsules Capsules PCP is also known as: PCP is also known as: Angel Dust Angel Dust Sherm Sherm Boat Boat Dust Dust

33. PCP PCP PCP PCP PCP can be ingested several ways: PCP can be ingested several ways: Orally In liquid or pill form. Orally In liquid or pill form. Smoked Smoked Snorted Snorted Injected Injected PCP has been known to be used PCP has been known to be used in combination with other substances: in combination with other substances: LSD Super Tripping LSD Super Tripping Marijuana Killer Weed or Boat Marijuana Killer Weed or Boat Tobacco Sherms, usually with menthol cigarettes to sooth the burning of the hot PCP smoke. Tobacco Sherms, usually with menthol cigarettes to sooth the burning of the hot PCP smoke. Mint/Parsley Green Mint/Parsley Green

34. The side effects of PCP use can cause serious long term damage to the human body: The side effects of PCP use can cause serious long term damage to the human body: PCP SIDE EFFECTS PCP SIDE EFFECTS PCP SIDE EFFECTS PCP SIDE EFFECTS Irregular Heart Rate Irregular Heart Rate Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting Loss of Reflexes Loss of Reflexes Kidney Failure Kidney Failure Brain Hemorrhaging Brain Hemorrhaging Coma Coma Death Death Chronic Psychosis Chronic Psychosis Schizophrenia Schizophrenia

35. MIND ALTERING DRUGS Drugs that cannot be classified into any single category. Mind altering drugs can contain CNS depressant, CNS stimulant, and/or hallucinogenic properties * . MIND ALTERING DRUGS Drugs that cannot be classified into any single category. Mind altering drugs can contain CNS depressant, CNS stimulant, and/or hallucinogenic properties * . MIND ALTERING DRUGS Drugs that cannot be classified into any single category. Mind altering drugs can contain CNS depressant, CNS stimulant, and/or hallucinogenic properties * . MIND ALTERING DRUGS Drugs that cannot be classified into any single category. Mind altering drugs can contain CNS depressant, CNS stimulant, and/or hallucinogenic properties * . * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions

36. THC THC THC THC THC (Marijuana) is the MOST ABUSED illicit drug in the United States Army and is considered to be a Gateway Drug. THC (Marijuana) is the MOST ABUSED illicit drug in the United States Army and is considered to be a Gateway Drug. Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient that causes the high. Delta 9 - Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the active ingredient that causes the high. THC is psychologically addictive - abuse and addiction is frequently denied. THC is psychologically addictive - abuse and addiction is frequently denied. Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind altering drug. Marijuana is a psychoactive or mind altering drug. Psychoactive drugs can produce a mind state similar to psychosis. Psychoactive drugs can produce a mind state similar to psychosis. Psychosis - A major mental disorder in which the personality is very seriously disorganized. Psychosis - A major mental disorder in which the personality is very seriously disorganized.

37. Marijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant. Marijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant. Hash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks. Hash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks. Hash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrate. Hash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrate. Marijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant. Marijuana - Made from the leaves, flowers or stems of the hemp plant. Hash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks. Hash/Hashish - Concentrated form of marijuana by compressing marijuana resins into small blocks. Hash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrate. Hash Oil - Made by soaking marijuana in a chemical solvent (such as rubbing alcohol) and then evaporating the solvent to obtain an oil concentrate. THC (THREE BASIC FORMS) THC (THREE BASIC FORMS) THC (THREE BASIC FORMS) THC (THREE BASIC FORMS)

38. THC THC THC THC THC is also called: THC is also called: Weed Weed Grass Grass Dope Dope Green Green Blunts Blunts Joints Joints Tar Tar Bud Bud THC is associated with many side effects: THC is associated with many side effects: Short Term Memory Loss Short Term Memory Loss Dry Mouth/Throat Dry Mouth/Throat Sleepiness Sleepiness Increased Heart Rate Increased Heart Rate Paranoia Paranoia Hallucinations Hallucinations Panic Attacks Panic Attacks Psychosis Psychosis Bronchitis Bronchitis Lung Cancer Lung Cancer Brain Damage Brain Damage Loss of Sexual Drive Loss of Sexual Drive

39. INHALANTS INHALANTS INHALANTS INHALANTS Inhalants are breathable chemical vapors that produce mind altering effects. Inhalants are breathable chemical vapors that produce mind altering effects. Inhalants are often abused because they are readily available, inexpensive, and can be found almost anywhere. Inhalants are often abused because they are readily available, inexpensive, and can be found almost anywhere. There are three different types of inhalants: There are three different types of inhalants: Solvents Solvents Gases Gases Nitrites Nitrites

40. HOW ARE INHALANTS INGESTED? HOW ARE INHALANTS INGESTED? HOW ARE INHALANTS INGESTED? HOW ARE INHALANTS INGESTED? Inhalants are ingested into the body by breathing in the vapors of the product. Several methods of inhalation are used by abusers: Inhalants are ingested into the body by breathing in the vapors of the product. Several methods of inhalation are used by abusers: Use of a Bag The bag is filled with the fumes and the user breathes air from the bag. Sometimes users will put their entire head into the bag. Use of a Bag The bag is filled with the fumes and the user breathes air from the bag. Sometimes users will put their entire head into the bag. Use of a Rag The rag is soaked in the product and the user presses the rag over his/her mouth and nose. Use of a Rag The rag is soaked in the product and the user presses the rag over his/her mouth and nose. Pressurized Containers Some abusers will inhale the product directly from the container. Pressurized Containers Some abusers will inhale the product directly from the container.

41. INHALANTS INHALANTS INHALANTS INHALANTS Many of the products that are abused are everyday household items: Many of the products that are abused are everyday household items: Glue/Rubber Cement Glue/Rubber Cement White-out White-out Aerosols/Hair Spray Aerosols/Hair Spray Room Odorizers Room Odorizers Gasoline/Propane Gasoline/Propane Toxic Markers Toxic Markers Use of inhalants can cause serious long term damage to the human body: Use of inhalants can cause serious long term damage to the human body: Sight/Vision Disorders Sight/Vision Disorders Bone Marrow Damage Bone Marrow Damage Liver Damage Liver Damage Brain Damage Brain Damage Paralysis/Death Paralysis/Death Kidney Damage Kidney Damage

42. PEFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS Energy producing drugs that are thought to possess various capabilities to boost an athletes performance by giving them a competitive edge * . PEFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS Energy producing drugs that are thought to possess various capabilities to boost an athletes performance by giving them a competitive edge * . PEFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS Energy producing drugs that are thought to possess various capabilities to boost an athletes performance by giving them a competitive edge * . PEFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS Energy producing drugs that are thought to possess various capabilities to boost an athletes performance by giving them a competitive edge * . * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions * Uppers, Downers, All Arounders, 3 rd Edition , CNS Productions

43. ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS Anabolic Steroids are synthetic drugs that relate to the male sex hormones, or Anabolic Steroids are synthetic drugs that relate to the male sex hormones, or androgens. androgens. Anabolic-androgenic Steroids are more commonly known as Anabolic Steroids. Anabolic-androgenic Steroids are more commonly known as Anabolic Steroids.

44. ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS ANABOLIC-ANDROGENIC STEROIDS Anabolic Steroids Effect the Human Body in Two Major Areas: Anabolic Steroids Effect the Human Body in Two Major Areas: 1) The anabolic effects of the drugs promote the growth of skeletal muscle. 1) The anabolic effects of the drugs promote the growth of skeletal muscle. 2) The androgenic effects of the drugs promote the development of male sexual characteristics. 2) The androgenic effects of the drugs promote the development of male sexual characteristics. Anabolic Steroids Effect the Human Body in Two Major Areas: Anabolic Steroids Effect the Human Body in Two Major Areas: 1) The anabolic effects of the drugs promote the growth of skeletal muscle. 1) The anabolic effects of the drugs promote the growth of skeletal muscle. 2) The androgenic effects of the drugs promote the development of male sexual characteristics. 2) The androgenic effects of the drugs promote the development of male sexual characteristics.

45. HOW ARE THEY TAKEN? HOW ARE THEY TAKEN? HOW ARE THEY TAKEN? HOW ARE THEY TAKEN? Anabolic Steroids can be ingested in a variety of ways: Anabolic Steroids can be ingested in a variety of ways: 1) Orally In a pill or liquid form. 1) Orally In a pill or liquid form. 2) Intravenously Injected with the use of a hypodermic needle. 2) Intravenously Injected with the use of a hypodermic needle. 3) Rubbed onto the skin with the steroid in a gel or cream form. 3) Rubbed onto the skin with the steroid in a gel or cream form. ***Some steroid users mix different types and amounts of these drugs to increase the effects. This is call Stacking .*** ***Some steroid users mix different types and amounts of these drugs to increase the effects. This is call Stacking .***

46. STEROIDS SIDE EFFECTS STEROIDS SIDE EFFECTS STEROIDS SIDE EFFECTS STEROIDS SIDE EFFECTS Liver Cancer Liver Cancer Baldness Baldness Roid Rage An over aggressive, and sometimes homicidal, attitude associated with steroid use. Roid Rage An over aggressive, and sometimes homicidal, attitude associated with steroid use. Brain Damage Brain Damage Sterility Sterility Blood Clotting Blood Clotting High Blood Pressure High Blood Pressure Hepatitis Hepatitis Eye Infections Eye Infections Kidney Disease Kidney Disease Chronic Depression Chronic Depression Loss of Memory Loss of Memory Loss of Interest Loss of Interest

47. UNITED STATES ARMY CENTER FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS UNITED STATES ARMY CENTER FOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS For more Information Contact The Fort Lee ASAP Office: (804) 734-9079 E-mail: LEEE-IMA-ADCO