Hallucinogens and inhalants Lesson 4 and 5

hallucinogens Drugs that distort moods, thoughts and senses Made from natural substances in plants Cactus Mushrooms

Affects on Users Perceives the passage of time Sees colors Senses motion Hears sounds Thought process Ability to communicate What is real and what is not

Types of halllucinogens LSD Made from lysergic acids Strongest Most widely used Sold as tablets, capsules, liquid, or paper Small amounts=powerful effect Produce flashbacks Known as Acid, blotter, microdot, white lighting

Unpredictable behavior Known as PCP Addictive Violent Unpredictable behavior Known as Angel dust, supergrass, killer weed, rocket fuel

Inhalants Any substances whose fumes are sniffed and inhaled to produce mind altering sensation Found in many household items Paint, vegetable cooking sprays, air fresheners, liquid fluid, makers and pens Using the products from something other than its intended for Causes serious health effects even death

Damages of Inhalants Damage the protective coating that surrounds brain cells called Myelin If damaged, nerve cells may not be able to send messages Ability to walk, talk or think Die from chocking, suffocation or heart attack

Warning signs Eyes or red or runny Sores or spots near mouth Breath that smells strange or like chemicals Holding a marker or pen near the nose

Exit Slip What are hallucinogens List the effects hallucinogens has on the user