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What is the name of the drug?
Club Drug
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What does it look like?
Pills, capulses, and tablets
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How much does a person have to take to be effected?
If you take a high dose, it will effect two parts of your brain. Also, it can produce amnesia in which people may not remember events they have attached to or experienced under the influence of the drug.
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How addictive is this drug
Many club drugs are types of methamphetamine, which is very addictive. People also can become addicted if they use GHB, ketamine and flunitrazepam repeatedly.
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Why do people use this drug?
To feel loving and affectionate. It makes people stay on the dance floor longer.
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Street names for the drug?
Special K
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What is it made out of?
Xyrem, CNS, flunitrazepam.
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How long does it take to effect the body?
The effects DO NOT start until 3-6 hours of using the drug.
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What kind of tolerance develops in the user?
Alcohol tolerance develops when the brain adapts to regular doses of alcohol. This form, called functional tolerance, is the result of the brain slowing its response to alcohol so that the person does not experience the same effect unless the dose is increased.
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Is this drug on the rise?
Yes, you can find them in every city including Atlanta.
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Where is the drug from?
1980's - 2000's used everywhere; very popular in Atlanta Georgia.
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Is it legal to use or sell?
it is illegal to buy or sell club drugs.
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Signs and symptoms of use?
Relax of upbeat mood, reduced anxiety, increased sensitivity to others, and a high energy level that can be strengthened for many hours.
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Withdrawal Behaviors
Repeated use of GHB may lead to withdrawal effects, including insomnia, anxiety, tremors, and sweating. Severe withdrawal reactions have been reported among patients presenting from an overdose of GHB or related compounds, especially if the other drugs or alcohol are involved.
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What happens if the drug is mixed with other drugs?
It can be deadly.
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How is it used, or taken?
By mouth
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Is it used for medical reasons?
"Special K" was used by a veterinarian as a cat tranquilizer.
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Short term effects on the body.
Increases the user's ability to stay awake for long periods of time. Problems with memory and learning. Distorted perception.
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What kind of treatment?
over time, by your choice, you can choose to quit the drug. But most people have to go to specialist treatment.
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How is someone tested for this drug?
Urine tests 2 to 5 days after use.
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What forms does it come from?
Tablets, pills, and capsules.
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What happens if you are caught using or selling this drug?
You would get arrested, and pressed charges.
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Long term affects on the body.
Trouble with thinking and problem-solving Loss of coordination; Increased heart rate, anxiety
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What age groups are known to use this drug?
Mostly teenagers and young adults.
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Where can you go for help if addicted to this drug?
Therapy Groups
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