Download presentation
Presentation is loading. Please wait.
Published byDebra Morton Modified over 9 years ago
1
CLUB DRUGS
2
GHB Depressant; banned by FDA Odorless, colorless liquid “Date Rape” drug Effect: drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, physically addicting
4
ROHYPNOL “Roofies” Tasteless, odorless, colorless Another “Date Rape” drug Effects: drowsiness, disorientation, confusion, impairs mind, short-term amnesia
6
OXYCONTIN Painkiller to treat cancer patients, chronic pain Time release system Effects: Suppresses the respiratory system, rapidly addictive, can be deadly combined with alcohol, vomiting, mental “cloudiness”
7
ECSTASY MDMA ( Methylenedioxymethamphetamine) Heightens senses: touch, smell, sight, sounds Release large amounts of serotonin (hormone that sends messages) Effects: confusion, paranoia, muscle tension, teeth clenching, nausea, rapid eye movement, extreme thirst—hyperthermia
9
Other dangerous Club Drugs Ketamine—animal tranquillizer Numbness, can be fatal when mixed with alcohol LSD—hallucinogens Causes: flashbacks, panic attacks
10
DANGERS Are illegal Produced in unsanitary laboratories Impossible for the user to know exactly what he or she is taking “Chasing the First High”
Similar presentations
© 2025 SlidePlayer.com. Inc.
All rights reserved.