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WHAT HAPPENS TO BABIES WHO ARE BORN TO MOTHERS THAT ABUSE DEPRESSANTS?

Babies born to mothers who abuse depressants during pregnancy may be physically dependent on the drugs and show withdrawal symptoms shortly after they are born

WHAT IS CARFENTANIL?

Derivative of fentanyl (developed as an elephant tranquilizer) .

What happens when alcohol is combined with depressants?

It becomes deadly

How addictive is heroin?

HIGHLY addictive-people quickly develop a need for stronger and stronger doses of the drug .

compare marijuana today to that 20 years ago?

The marijuana today is more potent than that available 20 years ago

What are the long term effects of alcohol abuse?

Brain damage Cirrhosis of the liver Heart failure Stomach ulcers

Does every user of Hallucinogens have the same experience?

No. Effects are extremely unpredictable No. Effects are extremely unpredictable. Some claim to have positive experiences, while others have very disturbing ones. .

What happens when someone overdoses on heroin?

When people overdose on heroin, their breathing often slows or stops When people overdose on heroin, their breathing often slows or stops. This can decrease the amount of oxygen that reaches the brain which can have long-term effects such as coma and permanent brain damage. .

What could happen if a drug user shares needles?

It could result in diseases like AIDS, hepatitis, or endocarditis.

How long do the effects of PCP last?

PCP is a powerful and dangerous hallucinogen whose effects can last a long time. When used regularly, effects may come and go for as long as a year.

What are the 3 categories of Depressants?

Tranquilizers Barbituates Hypnotics

Withdrawal from tranquilizers can cause what?

Withdrawal can cause tremors and lead to coma or death

What do depressants do?

Depressants are drugs that slow down the central nervous system

What are the effects of consuming large amounts of alcohol?

Decreased coordination Decreased reaction time Temporary loss of memory Harder to talk, walk, and stay awake

What are the effects of Barbituates on the body?

Mood changes Excessive sleep

Heroin is made from what ?

Morphine.

The euphoria produced by narcotics is followed by what?

The feeling of euphoria is often followed by drowsiness, nausea, and vomiting

How strong is carfentanil?

So strong that it can be absorbed through the skin-risk for police and EMT’s when treating patients

What are the effects of depressants on the body?

Slurred speech Staggering gait Altered perception

What are the effects of marijuana?

Increased appetite Reddening of the eyes Decrease in body temperature

What is Fentanyl?

Opioid pain medication 50-100 times more potent than morphine.

Physical Effects of ecstasy include…?

Severe overheating Involuntary teeth clenching Brain damage Some effects don’t go away when the drug wears off and can emerge several days after MDMA is taken

What does flakka produce?

Bizarre and uncontrollable behavior Flood of dopamine to the brain

What are the effects of tranquilizers on the body?

Reduced muscular activity Decreased coordination Reduced attention span

What does LSD cause?

Extreme changes in the perception of sound and color Can also cause flashbacks that come and go for a long time

What are the effects of hallucinogens?

False feelings of having super powers Distort moods, thoughts, and senses

What are inhalants and why are they so dangerous?

Inhalants are substances that are inhaled or sniffed to give a hallucinogenic high These are not meant to be taken into the body and can permanently damage the nervous system

What is the difference between a drug user and a drug abuser?

A drug user Takes a drug to prevent or improve a medical condition. Obtains the drug legally. Uses the drug properly. A drug abuser Takes drugs for the temporary good feelings they produce Often obtains the drug illegally Often takes it without knowledge of the drug’s dangers

What are the long term effects of marijuana?

Interference with normal teen development by changing hormone levels Interference with white blood cell development, changing immunity