Chapter 10 Drugs

1. Chapter 10 Drugs Lesson 2 Types of Drugs andTheir Effects Click for: >> Main Menu >> Chapter 10 Assessment Next >> Teacher’s notes are available in the notes section of this presentation.

2. The body’s need for larger and larger amounts of a drug to produce the same effect • tolerance • overdose Taking more of a drug than the body can tolerate • stimulants A drug that speeds up the body’s functions Strong stimulant drugs that speed up the nervous system • amphetamines

3. Drugs that slow down the body’s functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rates • depressants Illegal drugs that are found mostly in nightclubs or at all-night dance parties called raves • club drugs • narcotics Drugs that get rid of pain and dull the senses

4. Drugs that slow down the body’s functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rates • hallucinogens The vapors of chemicals that are sniffed orinhaled to get a “high” • inhalants

5. In this lesson, you will be able to • explainhow different drugs affect the body. • identifythe dangers of different drugs. • describethe effects of drugs on an unborn baby. • accessreliable information on drug use and pregnancy.

6. Predicting Look over the main headings in this lesson. Write a question that you think the lesson will answer. After the lesson, check to see if your question was answered. Main Headings in this Lesson • Drug Use and the Body • Types of Drugs • Inhalants • The Effects of Drugs on Unborn Babies

7. Drug Use and the Body When a person uses a drug over time, he or she can develop a tolerance to the drug. tolerance The body’s need for larger and larger amounts of a drug to produce the same effect

8. Drug Use and the Body People can overdose on a drug. overdose Taking more of a drug than the body can handle

9. All types of drugs can be harmful to your physical,mental/emotional, and social health. Types of Drugs Stimulants Depressants Club Drugs Narcotics Hallucinogens

10. Stimulants When a stimulant wears off, the user often feels exhausted and irritable. stimulant A drug that speeds up the body’s functions Stimulants affect a person’s mental/emotional health by giving a false sense of energy, well-being, confidence, and power.

11. Stimulants Amphetamines are also called speed. amphetamines Strong stimulant drugs that speed up the nervous system Examples of amphetamines include methamphetamine, cocaine, and crack.

12. Depressants Depressants do the opposite of stimulants. depressants Drugs that slow down the body’s functions and reactions, including heart and breathing rates Depressants can affect a person mentally and emotionally by giving a false sense of well-being through reduced anxiety and relaxation.

13. Depressants Examples of depressants include tranquilizers, barbiturates, and alcohol. Misuse and abuse of depressants can lead to coma or even death.

14. Effects of Stimulants and Depressants

15. Marijuana Marijuana is also known as “pot” or “weed.” For some people, marijuana is a stimulant. For others, it is a depressant.

16. Marijuana Long-term effects of marijuana use include: • Lung damage • Low testosterone levels in males • Sperm reduction in males • Irregular periods in females

17. Club Drugs Club drugs are often made in home laboratories and mixed with other harmful chemicals. club drugs Illegal drugs that are found mostly in nightclubs or at all-night dances parties called raves

18. Club Drugs Ecstasy Rohypnol Ketamine • Also known as “X” • Increase heart rateand body temperature • Can damage organs • Can make a personfeel anxious andparanoid • Also known as thedate-rape drug or “roofies” • Causes a drop inblood pressure • Causes blackouts • Causes memory loss • Also known as “special K” • Is an anesthetic • Causes hallucinations • Causes memory loss • An overdose can cause a person to stop breathing • Causes death in manyteens who use it

19. Narcotics Narcotics are highly addictive drugs. narcotics Drugs that get rid of pain and dull the senses Morphine, codeine, and heroin are examples of narcotics.

20. Narcotics Hallucinogens cause people to become disoriented, confused, or less sensitive to pain. hallucinogens Drugs that distort moods, thoughts, and senses Hallucinogens may create imaginary images in the user’s mind.

21. Inhalants Inhalants cause extreme permanent damage to the brain. inhalants The vapors of chemicals that are sniffed or inhaled to get a “high” Most inhalants come from household products that are not meant to be taken into the body.

22. Steroids Steroids are drugs that are either human hormones or similar to hormones found in the human body. People who use steroids may have problems controlling their anger.

23. Steroids The effects of steroid use include: • Shrunken testicles in males • Deeper voices, excess facial hair, and a masculine-looking body for females • Increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, cancer, sterility, hair loss, severe acne, liver damage, kidney damage, and depression

24. The Effects of Drugs on Unborn Babies Pregnant females who use drugs, alcohol, or tobacco often give birth to low-weight babies and babies with brain problems. A pregnant female who shares needles with other heroin users risks infecting herself and her baby with HIV.

25. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned VocabularyDefine tolerance.

26. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned DescribeHow does using marijuana affect the body?

27. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned ExplainWhat can using rohypnol do to a person’smemory?

28. Lesson 2 Review What I Learned DescribeWhat kind of effects can drugs have on anunborn baby?

29. Lesson 2 Review Thinking Critically AnalyzeHow might using heroin or cocaine causea person to act violently?

30. Lesson 2 Review Thinking Critically SynthesizeHeroin is extremely addictive. How doesthis make overdosing on heroin more likely?

31. End of Chapter 10 Drugs Lesson 2 Types of Drugs andTheir Effects Click for: >> Main Menu >> Chapter 10 Assessment