Marijuana
Is Marijuana addictive?
FACT. The chances of becoming addicted to marijuana or any drug are different for each person. For marijuana, around 1 in 11 people who use it become addicted.
Name 3 short-term effects of meth use.
-increased wakefulness & physical activity; decreased appetite; rapid breathing; rapid/irregular heartbeat; increased blood pressure, increased body temperature
How does Cocaine affect the brain?
Cocaine is a highly addictive stimulant drug that affects the brain by increasing dopamine levels, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward. Over time, repeated drug use can lead to changes in the brain’s structure and function, which can have many negative consequences.
Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid drug approved by the FDA for use as an analgesic (pain relief) and anesthetic. It is approximately 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times more potent than heroin as an analgesic.
What is a hallucinogenic drug?
Refers to many different drugs, which are often called “psychedelic” drugs. While the effects of these drugs vary widely, all change the way people see, hear, taste, smell or feel, and affect mood and thought. At high doses, all may cause a person to hallucinate, or see, hear or feel things that aren’t really there.
Holding in marijuana smoke longer increases the intensity of its effect.
FALSE. Holding marijuana smoke for longer periods of time does not increase absorption of cannabis into your bloodstream, rather increases the risks of lung damage.
Pseudoephedrine; acetone; freon; ammonia; hypophosphoros acid; lithium metal; hydriodic acid; iodine.
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Name 3 short-term effects of cocaine use.
Extreme happiness and energy; mental alertness; hypersensitivity to sight, sound and touch (senses are on overdrive); irritability; paranoia - extreme and unreasonable distrust of others; can also lead to bizarre, unpredictable and violent behavior.
What is the effect of Fentanyl on the body?
Similar to other opioid analgesics, fentanyl produces effects such as: relaxation, euphoria, pain relief, sedation, confusion, drowsiness, dizziness, nausea and vomiting, urinary retention, pupillary constriction, and respiratory depression.
Designer stimulant-like drug that increases levels of dopamine. Effects are similar to cocaine & meth, but way more likely to cause serious health effects: Violence, Paranoia, Agitation, Hallucinations, Psychosis, Racing heart, High blood pressure, Chest pain, Panic attacks, Dehydration, Kidney failure & Death.
Marijuana cures insomnia.
FALSE. THC can make you sleepy initially, however over the long-term has been tied to decreased sleep quantity and quality. There is evidence to suggest that it could make insomnia worse.
Name at least 3 long-term effects of Meth use.
Extreme weight loss; addiction; severe dental problems; intense itching & skin sores; anxiety; changes in brain structure & function; confusion; memory loss; sleep problems/insomnia; violent/bizarre behavior; paranoia (extreme & unreasonable distrust of others); hallucinations (sensations & images that seem real but are in fact not)
What are some other health effects of cocaine use?
Constricted blood vessels; dilated pupils; nausea; raised body temperature and blood pressure; fast or irregular heartbeat; tremors and muscle twitches; restlessness.
What makes Fentanyl so dangerous?
It is 20 to 40 times more potent than heroin and 100 times more potent than morphine. This makes the risk of accidental overdose very high. It is odourless and tasteless. You may not even know you are taking it. It can be mixed with other drugs such as heroin and cocaine. It is also being found in counterfeit pills that are made to look like prescription opioids.
What are Dissociative drugs and what are the risks?
Ketamine, PCP, DXM, Nitrous Oxide, Methoxetamine.
Dissociatives (aka "dissociative anaesthetics') are a class of psychedelic drug. This class of drug causes people to feel separated or detached from their body or physical environment. They can also cause hallucinations and other changes in thoughts, emotions and consciousness.
Legal cannabis is safer than black market cannabis.
FACT. There is a difference between legal marijuana and black-market cannabis. These same safeguards do not exist in the black market. A good example of the risks that come from using illegal cannabis products are the numerous deaths and illnesses that have occurred from the use of illegal THC vape pens.
What makes Meth so addictive?
The high starts and fades very quickly, often times causing a binge and crash pattern. In some cases, people take Meth in a form of binging known as a "run", giving up food and sleep while continuing to take the drug every few hours for up to several days.
What are some long-term effects of Cocaine use?
Snorting: loss of smell, nosebleeds, frequent runny nose, problems w/swallowing. Smoking: cough, asthma, respiratory distress, increased risks of infections like pneumonia. By mouth: severe bowel decay from reduced blood flow. IV: increased risk for HIV, Hep C, skin/soft tissue infections, scarring & collapsed veins.
What other substances increase overdose risk when mixed with Fentayl?
alcohol: both are CNS depressants, they enhance each others effects.
benzodiazepines: both cause sedation & suppress breathing, impair cognitive functioning, can lead to brain and organ damage.
other opioids (ie: heroin): When used concurrently with other opioids, significantly amplifies the risks of addiction, overdose, and severe health complications.
What are empathogens?
Common names: MDMA, Ecstasy
Empathogens cause the release of dopamine & serotonin in the brain. Using empathogens can cause the serotonin levels in the brain to become very low, and can lead to hyperthermia and can also cause mood swings, dehydration and depression.
Name 3 short term effects of Marijuana on the brain.
-altered senses (ie: seeing brighter colors); altered sense of time; changes in mood; impaired body movement; difficulty thinking and problem-solving; impaired memory; hallucinations; delusions and psychosis.
What classification of drug does Meth fall under? (ie: depressant, stimulant, opioid, hallucinogen etc...)
Meth is a stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. It triggers massive releases of the neurotransmitters norepinephrine and dopamine (along with other neurotransmitters) that lead to a number of extremely powerful euphoric effects, increases in energy, feelings of invulnerability, and other psychoactive effects.
What is Cocaine and what classification of drugs does it fall under (ie: depressants, opioids, stimulants, hallucinogens etc..)
Cocaine is a powerfully addictive stimulant drug derived from the leaves of the coca plant. Cocaine is a powerfully addictive substance that can alter brain structure and function if used repeatedly.
Name the symptoms of Fentanyl withdrawal.
Restlessness, muscle and bone pain, insomnia, diarrhea, vomiting, cold flashes, and uncontrolled leg movements. Psychological symptoms can include severe cravings, anxiety, agitation, and depression.
What is dabbing?
Smoking butane hash oils taken from marijuana plant.
ie: Other names for BHO are amber, glass, black glass, wax, ear wax, shatter, dabs, liquid THC, budder, butter, honeycomb, and butane honey oil depending on the consistency of the product.