short term effects
What is one wrong reason to use a depressant?
If it is not prescribed to you by a doctor.
Jenna is nervous about a class project presentation. To calm her nerves, she takes a depressant pill. It was not diagnosed to her. Was it ok that she did that?
No, it was undiagnosed and could be very dangerous.
What is a good side effect of a depressant drug when used correctly.
Better sleep and easier time with relaxation.
What are some correct reasons to use a depressant drug?
Anxiety relief and Relaxed muscles
What is the most dangerous long term effect of misusing a depressant drug?
Stops breathing until death.
What is another name for a depressant pill?
Zombie pills.
What are some short term negative affects of this drug?
Tripping when walking, slurred speech, and consideration issues.
What can happen after a long time of overdosing?
Memory loss, extreme emotional instability, comas, and brain damage.
What is a correct reason to use these drugs?
When prescribed by a doctor or other medical staff, and taken in the correct dosage.
What is a reason that someone would incorrectly use a depressant?
To calm down and become less stressed about something, but without proper diagnosis and dosage amount.