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Recognizing drugs and drug use behavior
Diana Rumage, BS, CADCSummer Bell, LCSW
Jan 12, 2010
Agenda
• Statistics• Types of drugs• Information on specific drugs• Signs & symptoms of drug use• What to do if you suspect your child is using• Resources for treatment
Statistics• In 2002 illegal drug use cost Americans close to $181 billion ($129
billion in lost productivity, $16 billion in healthcare costs & $36 billion in other costs, such as efforts to stem the flow of drugs).
• In 2008, 2 million Americans age 12 and older abused inhalants.• Teenagers whose parents talk to them regularly about dangers of
drugs are 42% less likely to use drugs – 1 in 4 teens reports having these conversations.
• 8.9% of youth ages 12-17 have misused inhalants.• 1 in 5 teens have used inhalants in their lifetime.• 2 in 5 teens have used marijuana.• 15.4% of 12th graders reported using a prescription drug
nonmedically within the past year.
Types of Drugs
• Depressants – alcohol, valium, xanax, clonipin, GHB, rohypnol
• Stimulants - meth, adderall, ritalin, cocaine/crack, ecstasy, nicotine
• Hallucinogens – LSD, Mescaline, mushrooms• Opiates – codeine, heroin, morphine,
oxycodone, vicodin, lortab• Others – steroids, DXM, inhalants, ketamine,
PCP
Prescription Drugs Frequently AbusedDrug Type Common Brand
Name Street Names Prescribed For Physiological
EffectsAdverse Effects
Opiods/pain relievers
Dilaudid, Lorcet, Lortab, OxyContin, Percocet, Tylenol with Codeine, Tylox, Vicodin
Oxy, O.C. Pain, cough, diarrhea
Affects brain region that mediates pleasure resulting in euphoria, constricted pupils
Life-threatening respiratory depression
Depressants (benzodiazepines, tranquilizers, barbiturates, sedatives)
Valium, Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, Librium, Seconal, Nembutal
Downers, tranks, reds, blues
Anxiety, sleep disorders
Slows down brain activity resulting in a drowsy or calming effect, constricted pupils
Seizures, respiratory depression, decreased heart rate
Stimulants Adderall, Concerta, Ritalin
Speed, uppers, vitamin R
Narcolepsy, attention deficit disorder (ADD), attention deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), obesity
Enhances brain activity resulting in an increase in alertness, attention and energy
High body temperature, irregular heartrate, heart failure, fatal seizures, hostility or feelings of paranoia
Vicodin Darvocet
Lortab Oxycontin
MethamphetaminesOther names Speed, meth, crank, crystal, ice, fire
How consumed Orally, injected, snorted or smoked
Short term effects irritability, aggression, loss of appetite, anxiety, sleeplessness, dilated pupils
Long term effects Paranoia, depression, aggression, Convulsions, formication, arrhythmia, hallucinations
Crystal meth
MarijuanaOther names pot, weed, grass, chronic, blunt,
skunk, dope,
How consumed smoking, eating
Short term effects
euphoria, distorted perceptions, memory impairment, silliness, blood shot eyes
Long term effects respiratory problems, increased cough & phlegm, lowers immune system, cancer.
InhalantsOther names Whippets, poppers, snappers
How consumed
Inhaled - sniffing, huffing, bagging
Short term effects
Rapid high that resembles alcohol intoxication. Confusion, headache, giddiness, disorientation, agitation, fatigue.
Long term effects
Memory loss, slurred speech, hearing & vision loss, limb spasms, bone marrow damage, staggering walk, death (Sudden Sniffing Death Syndrome), cardiac arrest.
Club DrugsDrug Name Street Names Health EffectsKetamine special K, vitamin K, jet increased heart rate & blood
pressure, impaired motor function, memory loss, delirium, depression
MDMA X, XTC, ecstasy, lover's speed mild hallucinations, hyperthermia, liver toxicity, cardiac arrest, dilated pupils
GHB G, liquid ecstasy drowsiness, nausea, loss of consciousness, loss of reflexes, seizures, coma, death
Rohypnol Roofies, forget-me pill, R2 memory loss, visual disturbances,
Dextromethorphan (DXM)Brand names/street names Robotussin, Coricidin Cold
and Cough.Triple C, Robotripping, Robo, skittles, tussin, syrup
How consumed Swallowed
Short term effects loss of coordination, slurred speech, vomiting, disorientation
Long term effects
CocaineStreet Names Blow, nose candy, bump, coke,
snowHow consumed Orally, injected, snorted,
smokedShort term effects Euphoria, energetic, dilated
pupils, numbness, increases blood pressure & heart rate, bloody noses, restlessness
Long term effects Heart attacks, seizures, strokes, respiratory failure
•HallucinogensName Street Name Health effectsLSD Acid, blotter,
microdotNausea, flashbacks, increased body temperature & heart rate, loss of appetite, sleeplessness, numbness
Mescaline Cactus, peyote Same as LSDPsilocybin Mushrooms,
shroomsNervousness, paranoia
Signs of Substance Abuse– Personal Appearance– Personal Habits– Behavioral Issues– Health Issues– School Issues
Personal Appearance
– Messy, shows lack of caring of appearance– Poor hygiene – Track marks – Burns or soot on fingers or lips– Chapped lips and area around the lips– Dilated pupils
Personal Habits or Actions
– Clenching teeth– Chewing gum or mints to cover-up breath– Heavy use of otc meds to reduce eye reddening,
nasal irritation or bad breath– Frequently breaks curfew– Avoiding eye contact– Reckless driving, car accidents– “munchies” or sudden appetite– Having no appetite
Behavioral Issues
– Change in relationships with friends and family– Loss of inhibitions– Mood changes or emotional instability– Loud, obnoxious behavior– Sullen, withdrawn, depressed– Unusually tired– Deceitful or secretive– Unable to speak intelligibly, slurred speech – Makes endless excuses– Decreased motivation
Health Issues
– Nosebleeds– Runny nose– Sores, spots around mouth– Queasy, nauseous– Seizures– Vomiting– Wetting lips or excessive thirst (cotton mouth)– Sudden or dramatic weight loss or gain– Sweatiness– Depression– Skin abrasions/injuries
School Issues
– Truancy– Loss of interest in activities, hobbies or sports– Having discipline problems(detention, suspension) – Low grades– Sleeping in class
Other signs
• Finding empty aerosol cans/alcohol bottles• Money/valuables missing• Finding rolling papers, bongs, eye drops,
butane lighters, aluminum foil, razors, disassembled writing pens for straws, bent spoons, syringes
• Disappearance of prescription drugs or over-the-counter pills
What to do if you think someone is using?
1. Ask them- don’t be confrontational– show concern & love– be direct– try not to be defensive– listen
2. Be specific about your concerns- Tell them what you see (signs of using), causes of concern- Explain how behavior/appearance has changed
3. Don’t make excuses
4. Set limits and consequences- Write a contract with you kids - design rules and regulations that
work for both of you- Lay down rules- Set firm consequences- Be consistent- Monitor behavior
5. Get professional help
Outpatient counseling services in Owensboro that provide adolescent
drug/alcohol services:
• Back to Basics Counseling – 684-3500 – 227 St. Ann St.
• Rivervalley Behavioral health – 689-6800 – 1100 Walnut
• Lighthouse Counseling Services – 689-0073 – 920 Frederica St.
Adolescent inpatient drug/alcohol treatment facilities in Kentucky:
• Lighthouse Adolescent Recovery Center Rivendell Behavioral Health• 1935 Bluegrass Avenue 1035 Porter Pike Road• Louisville, KY 40215 Bowling Green, KY 42103• 502-366-0705 1-800-548-2621• www.Rivendellbehavioral.com• Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health• 3909 S. Wilson Road Ten Breock Hospital• Radcliff, KY 40160 8521 LaGrange Road• 270-351-9444 Louisville, KY 40242• 1-502-426-6380• The Ridge www.tenbroeck.com• 3050 Rio Dosa Drive• Lexington, KY 40509• 1-800-548-2621• www.ridgebhs.com•
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Counseling for Adults
• Counseling Associates Counseling Center OMHS• 1316 Frederica St. 1000 Breckinridge Sr.• 686-7999 691-5900
• Healthpark Counseling Services• 1006 Ford Ave• 688-4811
• Lighthouse Counseling• 920 Frederica St• 689-0073
Drug/ Alcohol InpatientTreatment for Adults
• OASIS (women only) – 685-0260• Boulware – 683-8267• RiverValley – 1-800-769-4920• Addiction Helpline – 683-3221, 684-7084
References
• NIDA, P.O. Box 30642, Bethesda, MD 20824-0652
• U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration• Partnership for a Drug-free America• Substance abuse: The Nation’s Number One
Health Problem.• NIDA, Monitoring the future survey• Youtube.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nukxci4aMI&feature=related
• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WBUfolbdpc&feature=related#watch-main-area