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Chapter 12Illegal Drugs
Objective:•Summarize the dangers of drug abuse•Describe five commonly abused drugs•State two ways to avoid drugs•Identify a treatment for drug addiction
Do Now
Please complete the marijuana Time Line on the back of your chapter 12 (green) packet. Thank you.
Marjuana Time Line
Individual Activity
•Create a short story or write at least a paragraph about the negative consequence of using drugs of abuse.
•It can be a personal experience or a true experience of someone else.
•Please be factual and no exaggerations.
Short-story about the negative consequence of using drugs of abuse
Drugs of Abuse
•May have medical purposes
•Can be highly addictive and very dangerous when abused
•Have a high risk of overdose
InhalantsInhaled as vapors.
EffectsDifficulty speaking Loss of inhibitionsDizziness or headache Loss of coordinationNausea and vomitingDepression, panic attack
ExamplesGluePaint thinnerPropaneNitrous oxide (laughing gas) Gasoline, etc.
Health problemsSudden sniffing death syndromeImpair learning and memoryKill brain cells or damage organs
StimulantsSpeed up the central nervous systemand increase energy/alertness.
EffectsLoss of appetiteEuphoriaHyperactivityIncreased heart rateElevated blood pressureIncreased breathing rate
ExamplesCaffeineNicotineMethylphenidate (Ritalin)AmphetaminesCocaine, crack, etc.
Health problemsAggressive behaviorOrgan damage and heart failureNervousness or panicLoss of awareness of realty
Depressantsslow down the central nervous system and cause relaxation/sleepiness.
EffectsLoss of inhibitionDrowsiness/reduced anxietyLoss of coordinationSlurred speechDisorientationPossible memory lossSpacey/lose muscle control
ExamplesTranquilizers (anxiety)Hypnotics (sleep disorders)Rohypnol - “Date rape drug”Dextromethorphan (DXM)
Health problemsComa or sudden death Loss or memory /consciousnessSlowed breathing/heat rate
Opiatesare used as pain relievers, anesthetics,and sedatives (induce relaxation)
EffectsEuphoriaFeelings of well-beingDrowsinessPain relief
ExamplesHeroinOpiumMorphine Codeine
Health problemsNausea/vomitingConstipationConfusionComa and death
Hallucinogensdistort perceptions and cause a personto see or hear things that are unreal
EffectsDistorted sense of visuals, auditory, body, time and spaceAltered perception of oneself/hallucinationsRelaxation/EuphoriaIncreased rapid heart beat Agitation Flashbacks after use Nausea and vomitingImpaired coordination
ExamplesLSDMushrooms
Health problemsPanic, anxiety, or paranoiaSelf-injuryChronic mental disordersPersonality and mood changesComa, seizures, or death
Club (Designer )DrugsResemble common illegal drugs inchemical structure and effect
EffectsIncreased awareness of sensesMild hallucinationsIncreased energyRelaxation, nauseaLoss of inhibitions, euphoriaLoss of gag relaxTremors, blackoutsConfusionNumbness Distortions of reality
ExamplesEcstasyGHB, KetamineRohypnol (date rape drug)PCP (angel dust)
Health problemsImpaired learning and memoryHyperthermia (overheating)Seizures , coma, slowed breathingLoss of muscle controlHeart attack, death
Marijuana-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is the main (psychoactive ) ingredient in marijuana -Marijuana Tax Act (1937) criminal penalties for marijuana possession/sale
EffectsEuphoria and relaxationDistortion of time and distancePanic attack, anxietyLoss of short-term memoryIncreased appetiteGiddinessDelusions
Health problemsFrequent respiratory infectionImpaired learning and memoryAmotivational Syndrome
Indoor Marijuana Grow
Anabolic SteroidsSynthetic testosterone used to promote muscle developmentHealth consequences
MalesStunted growth, baldnessAggression (roid rage)Increased cholesterolShrinking of testes, infertilityParanoia, depression, anxiety
FemaleSevere acne, deeper voiceWeight gain, facial hairBloating, liver/heart damage
Indoor Marijuana Grow
A Drug-Free LifeDrug use, abuse, or addiction affects everyone…The Individual
Destroys your dreamsDamages your bodyLeads to:
Car accidents accidental injury or deathViolence and other criminal activityUnplanned pregnancySexually transmitted infections (STIs/STDs)
The FamilyLoses trust & privilegesDevelops reputationIncreases violenceHurt s others
SocietyHealthcare cost (money)Lost productivity at workAccidental injuriesSuicide CrimesDiseases
Treatment for Drug AddictionThe goal of drug treatment programs is to help the person overcome drug dependency and the reasons why drug abuse started in the first place.
RecoveringThe process of learning to live without drugs
InterventionInvolves confronting a drug user about his or her problem to stop him or her from using drugs
RelapseA return to using drugs while trying to recover from drug addiction
Saying No to DrugsPractice Saying No
Say no firmlyBuy yourself timeGive good reasons why you choose not to do drugsState the consequences that could result if you do use drugsIf necessary, say no again and include an alternate activityWalk away
Resources
Groups/agencies working to reduce drug use among teensMADD
Mothers Against Drunk DrivingSADD
Students Against Destructive DecisionsCrisis Hotline
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-TALK)
Treatment Referral Helpline (1-800-662-HELP)
Closure/Group Activity
Design a 3 minute skit depicting a teen being pressured by his or her best friends to try any drug of choice (i.e. alcohol) for the first time at a party.
•Offer suggestions about how to cope with situations like this.•Show a danger of experimenting with drugs of abuse
Refusing Drugs Role-play
References
Friedman, D. P., Stine, C. C., & Whalen, S. (2004). Lifetime Health. Austin: Holt, Rinehart and Winston.Images: http://www.justice.gov/dea/photo_library3.html http://www.images.google.com