Lysergic acid diethylamide Fernando Ramirez, Douglas Da Silva Junior Health 11 Block 2B December 2015 No notes needed for this page

Definition of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide LSD is a psychedelic drug well known for giving psychological effect. Also known as lysergide and acid. Comes as a liquid, in tablets, capsules, or on small sheets of paper. You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use. You may copy and paste information here as you begin. Then use what you need. Information must be filled on all pages here before adding to your slides above. (Except the title.) http://drug.addictionblog.org/can-you-die-from-taking-acid/

General Facts about LSD A study released in January 2008 found that about 3.1 million people in the US aged 12 to 25 said they had used LSD. Cases of fatal overdose on acid are possible, but rare. In 1998 LSD had become more widely used at dance clubs and all-night raves by older teens and young adults. Use dropped significantly in 2000 or so.? You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use. http://www.drugfreeworld.org/drugfacts/lsd/international-statistics.html

How is it taken? Small sheets of paper are the most popular to use LSD.

Causes & Risk Factors for LSD. Addiction Panic attacks Sleeplessness Flashbacks, or recurrence of the LSD trip You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use. Source: Must be listed!

Physical Consequences Dilated pupils. Increased heart rate/blood pressure. Dry Mouth and tremors.

Mental Consequence… Flashbacks are Common Makes people suicidal Sleeplessness Paranoia

Emotional Side Effect Severe depression or psychosis Terrifying thoughts and feelings Fear of losing control

Preventing LSD If lifestyle, people can prevent it through education, if people are taught on how dangerous it is, it can increase the chance of people not using it. Catch LSD abuse early by looking for signs such as, erratic behavior, weight loss, and presence of blotter paper. You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use.

Treatment People with addiction to LSD and need treatment get counseling to overcome depression and learn to deal with life without LSD There are centers all across America one of which is Alpha Healing Center at 600 Pavonia ave, Jersey City, NJ You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use. You may copy and paste information from your sources here.

Treatment for LSD Counseling No medication No surgery Yes the user has to live with fear and depression until they overcome it through counseling Lsdabusehelp.com You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use.

Complications of LSD Some people on LSD have different outlooks it depends on their trip LSD is progressive it goes in stages The only cure for LSD is Counseling Yes people can have complications with their flashbacks which can lead to fear and panic You must put information here including definitions and how to pronounce any word you use.

LSD Explain what the diagram is and what it means here.

Summary of LSD LSD is the most widely used hallucinogenic drug. Hallucinogenic drugs cause a person to see vivid images, hear sounds, and feel sensations that seem real but are not. LSD is also called acid, blotter, or dots. It is odorless and colorless and has a slightly bitter taste. It can be obtained as a colored tablet, clear liquid, or thin square of gelatin or on blotter paper. Most often, LSD is licked off blotter paper or taken by mouth. I learned LSD Is a crazy drug and can lead to many disorders that can harm your health. No notes needed for this page.

LSD abuse help Webmd Drug free world Web Resources for LSD LSD abuse help http://www.lsdabusehelp.com/lsd-support-groups Webmd http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/tc/lsd-topic-overview Drug free world http://www.drugfreeworld.org/drugfacts/lsd/the-harmful-effects-of-lsd.html No notes needed for this page.

Checklist for Project – Turn in when completed! Project Title _______________________ Name ________________________ Checklist for Project – Turn in when completed! Step One Basic Information Download the presentation and put it in your student folder. Change the name of PowerPoint presentation to name of your disease Change the title of each slide Only use a template with a white background (see format/slide design for ideas) Keep font size at 24 points or larger Animate the points on your presentation, but do not use blink once or crawl Do not use sounds Step Two – Doing Research Use the provided websites only! Exception: finding an image for your presentation Put the name of the website on the slides where required. Type or paste information you find in the “speaker notes” found below the slide Fill in each slide using ideas listed on the page. Some suggested information may not apply to you presentation.. Step Three – Completing your project List all the online resources you used in the bibliography Find the definition and pronunciation for any word used in project! You must use an outline format on the actual slides, no complete sentences, 6-8 words per point When you are done you will print out an outline of your report. Attach this checklist and turn it in to Ms. Blumenfeld You must print out speaker notes and bring them to class on the first day the report is due..