1. What is a Stimulant?

2. Stimulants
Stimulants are substances that raises levels of physiological or nervous activity in the body.

3. Types of stimulants Cocaine MDMA(Ecstasy) Methamphetamine Adderall
Amphetamines

4. Cocaine

5. Medical Use For surface anesthesia Natural central stimulants
Treatment of asthmatic diseases

6. Toxicity of cocaine
Cocaine can damage the digestive system, immune system, cardiovascular system and urogenital system.
Cocaine induced seizures.
Intravenous cocaine injection is also one of the important ways of AIDS infection.
Cocaine also affects people's reproductive system.
Cocaine has very strong drug dependence. （Addiction to drugs）

7. MDMA(Ecstasy/Molly) MDMA: Type: Stimulant
Street Names: Ecstasy, Molly, Mandy, or MD
Effects on the body: Enhances sense of sight, sound smell and touch
Calmness and relaxation
Long-Lasting energy
Empathy for others
Euphoria
Overdose can cause seizures, foaming at the mouth and a spike in body temperature
Legal/Social issues surrounding it:
Any use of MDMA is considered abuse
Addictive?
Can be addictive, but depends on the type and amount used
Route of Administration:
Orally or inhaled through the nose
Consequences: Depression, Reduced concentration, memory problems, and tremors or twitches

8. AMPHETAMINES Common Forms Speed: Usually in powder form (crushed)
Base: Paste (sticky, waxy or oily)
Ice: Crystal
Administration Swallow by mouth, Snort through nasal, Injection intravenous
or smoked.
Illegal to make, sell, possess or use unless under medical supervision.
Slang: Speed, Crank, Whiz, White, Shabu, Shard or Glass.

9. Methamphetamine Example: Crystal Meth Other Names: Meth, Dope, Speed
Symptoms: Weight loss, psychological, paranoid
Incarceration, isolation, loss in concept of time
Meth has become so easy to make now however the effects of the homemade meth are psychologically damaging and can become permanent
This drug is highly addictive , so that you will not even realize you’re an addict until it’s too late.
Social Consequences:
Loss of family, losing self respect and the respect of your family.

10. Adderall

11. Adderall Commonly used names for adderall are: Red Dexies Speed
Wake-ups
Pep pills
Effects of adderall on the body is increased focus and improved impulsive behavior.
Adderall can be addictive with effects similar to meth and with prolonged use of Adderall can lead to increased chances of addiction.
Adderall can be administered orally

12. Effects of the drug on the body
Short Term
Some short term effects include Alertness, focus, sleepiness, loss of appetite, increase blood pressure, high Heart rate, and a increase in body temperature.
Long Term(withdrawal)
Long term effects typically vary with the drug but common side effects include and are not limited to:
Extreme weight loss
Random bouts of exhaustion
Headaches
Cardiorespiratory issues

13. Reason why people take stimulants
Reasons why people take stimulants are to Increase Alertness, Weight loss, acquire more energy, or obtain a sort of high. Historically used to treat asthma and other respiratory problems as well as other conditions. Drugs such as nicotine and theophylline which is similar to caffeine

14. Route of administration?
Stimulants can be taken either through snorting, smoking, pills, even dissolving and injections
Route of administration?

15. Social and legal issues surrounding the drug
Stimulants can cost you your friends and any activity you enjoy, and you can be prosecuted for a felony if the stimulant is not prescribed