Between 8 th grade and 10 th grade, alcohol use in teens was found to increase by over 10%. Amphetamine use increases by 3%. The use of cocaine increases by 2%. Overall illicit drug use roughly doubles between 8 th and 10 th grade.

The Effects of the Drugs Marijuana – contains THC, which causes feelings of haziness and lightheadedness; later causes feelings of panic and paranoia Alcohol – five stages: 1.Euphoria: BAC 0.03 to 0.12; more daring; poor judgement. 2.Excitement: BAC 0.09 to 0.25; sleepy; uncoordinated 3.Confusion: BAC 0.18 to 0.30; slurred speech; emotional 4.Stupor: BAC 0.25 to 0.40; unresponsive; vomiting 5.Coma: BAC 0.35 to 0.50; unconscious; possible death Prescription pills – used to feel intended effects of the drug, when not prescribed; causes addictions

Sudden drop in grades Truancy Loss of Interest Sleeping in class Poor work performance Defiant of authority Reduced memory and attention span

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