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DRUGS
NARCOTICS, STIMULANTS, AND DEPRESSANTS
OBJECTIVES
name the most commonly abused narcotics.
describe the effects that narcotics can have on a user’s health.
identify specific stimulants and CNS depressants.
NARCOTICS
Historically, narcotics were made from opium.narcotics Specific drugs that are obtainable only by prescription and are used to relieve painopium A liquid from the poppy plant containing substances that numb the body
NARCOTICS
Narcotics produce euphoria because they affect the areas of the brain that perceive pleasure.euphoria A feeling of well-being or elation
NARCOTICS
withdrawal symptoms Symptoms that occur after chronic use of a drug is reduced or stopped
WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMSPAIN IN MUSCLESPAIN IN BONESSLEEPLESSNESSDIARRHEA VOMITINGAGITATION
HEROIN
Made of morphine, a narcoticMost often inhaled or injected intravenouslyUsers develop a psychological and physical dependenceTolerance leads to a need for ever-increasing dosesQuitting is very difficultQuitting results in painful withdrawal symptoms
OXYCONTIN
Available through a doctor prescriptionControls sever pain in patients with cancer, back pain, or arthritisAbuse leads to tolerance, which leads to physical addictionWithdrawal symptoms are similar to other narcotics
STIMULANTS
Stimulants cause the heart to beat faster and cause blood pressure and metabolism to rise.stimulants Drugs that speed up activity in the
human brain and spinal cordSome stimulants are so mild that people may not realize they are ingesting a drug.
AMPHETAMINES
amphetamine A drug that stimulates the central nervous systemAmphetamines are highly addictive. Using large amounts of amphetamines can result in aggressive behavior, extreme weight loss, and loss of physical strength.
COCAINE
Illegal stimulant derived from the coca plantSold as a fine white powderOften mixed water and injected into the body intravenouslyCan also be smoked or snorted up the noseOne of the most addictive drugs on the street today
COCAINE
During a cocaine binge, the possible consequences are very dangerous.binge When a drug is taken repeatedly and at
increasingly high doses
CRACK
Crack is created when cocaine is heated and processed with baking soda and water.
Crack is extremely addictive and dangerous
METHAMPHETAMINE
Highly addictive stimulant drug, affects the central nervous systemBecoming an epidemic in the United StatesProduced in illegal laboratoriesEffects are similar to cocaineAlso known as “meth”
METHAMPHETAMINE
Initial feelings of confidence and energyTendency on the part of users to bingeUsers may go days without food or sleepUsers find it impossible to feel any pleasure without the drug Unpredictable behavior
Methamphetamines
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Methamphetamines
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Methamphetamines
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Methamphetamines
Methamphetamines
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EFFECTS OF STIMULANTS
CNS DEPRESSANTS
CNS depressants Substances that slow down normal brain function
CNS depressants are sometimes called sedatives or tranquilizers
Physicians can prescribe some CNS depressants for relief of sleeplessness, anxiety, or tension.
CNS DEPRESSANTS
Two Commonly Prescribed CNS Depressants
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
Prescribed for the treatment of anxiety or tension, or for people with sleep disorders.
Prescribed for patients with more serious anxiety and panic attacks.
EFFECTS OF DEPRESSANTS