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Drugs

Drugs. Chapter 14 . Journal entry. When you hear the word “Drug” what do you think of? What is an example?. Objectives. Explain the difference between drug misuse and drug abuse. Identify the risks of drug abuse Identify the most commonly used club drugs.

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Drugs

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  1. Drugs Chapter 14

  2. Journal entry • When you hear the word “Drug” what do you think of? • What is an example?

  3. Objectives • Explain the difference between drug misuse and drug abuse. • Identify the risks of drug abuse • Identify the most commonly used club drugs. • List the physical effects of anabolic steroids.

  4. Lesson 1 & 2 • Drug • Is a substance other than food that changes the structure or function of the body or mind. • This CAN include prescription medicines and over-the-counter (OTC) medication. • Rx would be Vicodin, Percocet, Oxycontin, Darvocet, Prozac, etc… • OTC would be aspirin, ibuprofen, Tylenol, Flu/Cold meds.

  5. Misuse and abuse • Misuse- Is taking or using medicine in a way that is not intended. • Examples….? • Common side effects are: • Stomach upset • Drowsiness • Sleeplessness • headache • Abuse is intentionally using drugs in a way that is unhealthy or illegal. • Examples…?

  6. Marijuana • Is dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, called Cannabis Sativa. • Main active chemical is THC, is alters the way the brain processes sensory information. • It is a VERY powerful substance that signals the release of dopamine, similar to adrenaline. • Short term effects • Reduces reaction time and coordination and impairs judgment • Memory and learning problems • Long term effects • Lung disease, including cancer • Depression, anxiety, and personality disorders

  7. Club drug- ecstasy • Originally known as MDMA and in 1953 it was used by the US Army in psychological warfare tests. • 1970’s it began to be used as a party drug, used in dance clubs. • Ecstasy can contain a mixture of substances such as LSD, cocaine, heroin, & methamphetamines.

  8. Ecstasy Effects • Short Term- Impaired judgment, confusion, paranoia, blurred vision, nausea • Can also cause Amnesia • Partial or total loss of memory. • Long Term- Degenerated nerve endings, depression, psychosis, kidney failure, convulsions, DEATH!

  9. Date Rape drugs • Rohypnol, commonly called “roofie” • Suppresses the nervous system. • Has no odor, color, or taste. • When taken unknowingly, a person becomes unaware of what is happening and is unable to resist an attack or unwanted sexual advances.

  10. Others • GHB • Suppresses nervous system and usually comes in liquid form • Ketamine (aka Special K) • Used as anesthetic and is a powder/pill form. • Usually sprinkled over marijuana and can cause hallucinations, memory loss, and severe breathing problems. • Can kill you

  11. Steroids • Synthetic substances related to the male sex hormones. • Used mainly by athletes who want to enhance their athletic performance. Use of steroids can cause irreversible damage. • Major Side Effects include: Liver tumors, cancer, jaundice, high BP, kidney tumors, acne.

  12. Steroids con’t… • In males, testicles may shrink and men might develop breasts • Females may grow facial hair, menstrual cycle changes OR stop completely, and deepened voice. • STATS • In 1993 one in every 45 high school students used anabolic steroids • In 2010 one in every 16 high school students used anabolic steroids

  13. High School Athletes Drug Use Epidemic Chart • Substance Male Female Total Users • Alcohol 53.7% 48.0% 3,600,000 • Binge drinking 39.1% 29.4% 2,460,000 • Marijuana 27.4% 18.2% 1,730,000 • Inhalants 16.0% 13.4% 1,040,000 • Other drugs 16.3% 11.9% 1,010,000 Courtesy of CDC

  14. Homework • Page 337 #1-3 AND Page 344 #1-3

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