alcohol
What is the legal drinking age?
21 years old
What is the main chemical in marijuana?
THC
How do people typically use cocaine?
snort it, or mix it with water and inject it into their muscles or veins
what are some withdrawal symptoms?
cravings, depression, lack of energy, suicidal thoughts
LSD stands for...
a synthetic crystalline compound, lysergic acid diethylamide
What is ethyl alcohol?
the intoxicating ingredient present in many alcohols, like beer, wine and other liquors
What two states were the first to legalize marijuana in the US?
Washington and Colorado
What is crack/ cocaine made from?
coca plant leaves in south america
Name effects from meth
increased heart rate increased blood rate stroke, irregular heartbeat, cardiovascular collapse, liver, kidney lung damage, memory and brain damage, memory gaps and mood swings, damage to blood vessels in the brain
Withdrawal symptoms -
LSD isn't an addictive drug so people can easily stop taking LSD when they want to.
What is the path of alcohol in your body?
mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestines, large intestines, brain, liver
True of False:
Marijuana is known to cause mental illness.
False
What are the effects on the body?
elevated heart rate, decrease in appetite, loss of weight, elevated body temperature, and dilated pupils
what is the percentage of Idaho inmates that attribute meth use to their incarceration?
52%
Nicknames -
Acid, Blotter Acid, Dots, Mellow Yellow, and Window Pane
what group of psychoactive drugs that includes alcohol?
depressant
When marijuana is used, what are three side effects?
Increased heart rate, dry mouth, red eyes, lessened coordination and balance, "dreamy" state of mind, and slackened muscles.
In what year was crack/cocaine outlawed in the US?
1920
how long can a high from meth last?
usually 6-8 hrs, but can last 24 hrs
Long term effects -
LSD can cause flashbacks and recurrence of certain aspects of a person's experience even if the user doesn't take the drug again.
what is the average percentage of alcohol in a 4 ounce glass of wine?
8-15%
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What happens when cocaine is injected into the body?
numbing effect
signs of meth mouth
black, stained, rotting teeth, teeth/gums rot, usually need to be pulled
Short term effects -
The effects are unpredictable and depends on the persons personality and mental health, the physical effects include, dilated pupils, higher body temperature, increased heart rate and blood pressure, sweating, loss of appetite, sleeplessness, dry mouth, and tremors