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Effects of Drugs

Effects of Drugs. Alcohol. Alcohol is a depressant that decreases the function of the Central Nervous System. Alcohol can impair coordination, memory, judgment, and decision making Alcohol is both physically and psychologically addictive. Risks and Effects. Short-Term . Long-Term.

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Effects of Drugs

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  1. Effects of Drugs

  2. Alcohol • Alcohol is a depressant that decreases the function of the Central Nervous System. • Alcohol can impair coordination, memory, judgment, and decision making • Alcohol is both physically and psychologically addictive.

  3. Risks and Effects Short-Term Long-Term Disrupts brain development Liver damage Risk of heart disease Brain cells die Unintentional injuries Family problems • Reduced tension • Poor concentration • Reduced coordination • Slurred speech • Altered emotions • Vomiting • Possible death

  4. Marijuana consists of dried and shredded leaves, seeds, stems and flowers from the plant cannabis sativa. • Marijuana is mainly regarded as a hallucinogenic drug. • Marijuana is a highly psychologically addictive drug. Marijuana

  5. Risks and Effects Short-Term Long-Term Damage to lungs Fatal accidents Depression Anxiety • Distorted perception • Loss of coordination • Trouble with thinking and problem solving • Paranoia and anxiety • Short-term memory loss

  6. Meth is a highly addictive stimulant that releases the brain chemical dopamine. • Meth is a very dangerous drug to make, as it contains many chemicals that are harmful to the body. • Meth can be snorted, smoked, or injected into the bloodstream. Methamphetamine

  7. Risks and Effects Short-Term Long-Term Anxious and violent behavior Tremors Scabs and open sores Loss of weight Prolonged insomnia • Increased wakefulness • Decreased appetite • Irregular heartbeat • Increased blood pressure

  8. Meth: Not Even Once • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkLiwPhdUJU

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