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Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs

Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs. Chapter 10. Follow guidelines for safe OTC drug use Not drink alcohol Avoid tobacco use and second hand smoke Not be involved in illegal drug use Avoid risk factors and practice protective factors for drug misuse and abuse To not misuse or abuse drugs

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Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs

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  1. Alcohol, Tobacco, and other drugs Chapter 10

  2. Follow guidelines for safe OTC drug use • Not drink alcohol • Avoid tobacco use and second hand smoke • Not be involved in illegal drug use • Avoid risk factors and practice protective factors for drug misuse and abuse • To not misuse or abuse drugs • To use resistance skills if pressured to misuse or abuse drugs • Choose a drug free lifestyle to reduce the risk of HIV and unwanted pregnancy • Choose a drug free lifestyle to reduce risk of violence and accidents • Be aware of resources for the treatment of drug misuse and abuse Chapter goals.

  3. The use of a controlled drug without prescription. • A controlled drug is a drug whose possession, distribution and sale are controlled by law. • Many drugs are psychoactive drugs, drugs that alter moods, perceptions, feelings, personality or behavior. Illegal drug use

  4. “uppers” • Speed up the activity of the CNS • Cause feelings of alertness • Raise heart rate and blood pressure • Used to get high, stay awake, or lose weight Stimulants

  5. Cocaine • Crack • Amphetamines • Look-alike drugs • Methamphetamine • Ephedrine • MDMA (ecstasy, also a mild hallucinogen) • Methylphenidate (ADHD meds) • caffeine Examples of stimulants

  6. Chance of immediate death • Vomiting • Stroke • Paranoia • Addiction • Risk of HIV or Hepatitis • Dental problems • Holes in the nostrils Health effects of stimulants

  7. “Downers” • Depress the CNS • Calming effect • Cause drowsiness or sleep • Highly addictive Sedative-Hypnotics

  8. Barbiturates: a prescription drug used to calm anxiety. • Benzodiazepines: muscle relaxers • Anticonvulsant: seizure medication • GHB: originally a body building supplement, often used in date rape. Types of sedative-hypnotics

  9. Risk of immediate death, especially with alcohol • Slurred speech • Dilated pupils • Inability to stay awake • Impaired judgment • depression • Addiction Health effects

  10. Slow down the CNS • Relieve pain • Sometimes prescribed by doctors • Slow down bodily functions such as heart rate Narcotics

  11. Morphine: narcotic found naturally in opium. One of the strongest pain relievers in medicine • Codeine: produced from morphine • Heroin: also derived from morphine • Oxycontin Types of narcotics

  12. Can cause death • Vomiting • Trouble breathing • Nausea • Increased risk of HIV and Hepatitis • High risk of addiction Health consequences

  13. Interfere with the senses • Cause synesthesia • Also call psychedelic drugs • Effects can last for several hours or days Hallucinogens

  14. LSD • PCP: also a stimulant or painkiller. Can also cause restlessness or anger. Causes more a trance like state. • Ketamine: used in veterinary medicine • Mescaline (peyote) • Psilocybin (mushrooms) Types of hallucinogens

  15. Death • Vomiting • Loss of muscle control • Dependence • Flashbacks • Loss of emotional control Health effects

  16. Dried leaves of the cannabis plant • THC is the drug that causes the effects • Fat soluble drug that builds up in fatty tissues • Usually smoked or eaten Marijuana

  17. Feeling of euphoria • Drowsiness • Increased appetite • Impaired concentration • Development of tolerance to THC Health effects

  18. Drugs related to hormones • Promote growth of skeletal muscles • Injected or taken orally • Sometimes prescribed to treat medical conditions • Use without medical supervision is illegal Anabolic-Androgenic Steroids

  19. Cortisone shots • Used to treat allergic reactions • Used to relieve arthritis pain • Used to treat MS • Can cause weight gain, mood swings, and headaches Corticosteroids

  20. Dehydroepian-drosterone (DHEA) • Androstenedione (andro) • Sometimes sold as dietary supplements • These can be converted into testosterone by the body • Promote muscle growth and recovery • Not much is known yet about side effects Steroid supplements

  21. Acne • Increased risk of heart disease or stroke • High blood pressure or cholesterol • Injury • Harm to the reproductive system • Sometime emotional changes • Physical or psychological dependence Health effects

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