Narcotics
What is the definition of a Narcotics?
This is a type of drug that is given to change your mood or behavior, they can also be given to reduce ones pain levels.
What are side effects of these drugs?
Seizures, vision change, nausea, weight loss, dry mouth ,itching etc
When was depressants developed
1950s
In 2019 how many people were arrested for having drugs in there possention.
1.5 million
Do steroids affect your emotions?
yes,using steroids can lead to random outbursts of anger.
Narcotics are supposed to be used to help people. Although they can be dangerous. When do Narcotics become dangerous?
They become dangerous when people deiced to abuse the drug, and use more then they need. This can cause addiction and many problems later on in life.
Examples of stimuants
Adderall, Nicotine, Pseudoephedrine, Modafinil, Lisdexamfetamine
how many depressants are available ?
30
What is another consequence for driving with the possession of drugs?
Your drivers license can be suspension.
What does doctors used to inject steroids ?
needles
List three types of Narcotics?
Morphine, Hydromorphone, Meperidine, Mathadone, Fentanyl, Oxycodone.
students misuse stimulants to focus on their homework.
Do depressants increased the risk of suicide
No,its proven to lower the risk of suicide
How much of a Schedule I controlled substance can one have in there system when driving?
NONE
Do steroids effect ur emotions and cause bad mental health when u stop using the drug ?
yes,steroids can effect your mental health when you stop using them.
What happens when opiates spread through the nervous system?
They begin to block pain messages sent by the spinal cord to the brain from the body.
Is its illegal to take stimulants
it depends where you live
Are depressants addiction ?
No,depressants are not addictive
What PA law explains drug abuse?
The federal law is the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
When people used steroids are they concerned about their body image ?
yes,they overused them because they want a tone look.
In 2023 what % of adults misused Narcotics?
3.2%
What is the most used Stimulants?
Caffeine
Can depressants treat other problems
yes,phobia,panic,anxiety disorders
What is the punishment for ones first offense being in the possession of unprescribed drugs?
Up to one year in prison, and a fine up to 5,000$.
Does using steroids cause any health damage ?
Yes, damage to the heart