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Drug DangersCurrent Drug Trends
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Current Drug Trends
Downers Hydrocodone Xanax/Oxycontin Rohypnol
Rave Drugs Ecstasy Ketamine GHB
Others Alcohol Marijuana Ritalin Crack Cocaine Methamphetamin
e DXM Inhalants
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Downers
Downers – drugs that reduce excitability and calm a person
Reasons for UsePain, surgery, injuryAnxietyCoping with stressful times
(job loss, divorce, death)Addictions
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Downers (continued)
Physical Effects Droopy head and
eyelids Slowed walk Slowed, slurred
speech Constricted pupils Dry skin Constipation Changes in hormones
Negative Effects Lowered inhibitions Slurred speech and
clumsy body movement
Confusion Dizziness Poor memory and
judgment Short attention span Hypnosis and sleep Coma and shock Death
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Hydrocodone
Prescription drugs are some of the most used and abused medicines.
Most widely written prescriptionSubstituted for Morphine“White Collar” addicts
Forms Tablets Capsule
s Liquid
Uses Cough
suppressant Analgesic for
pain 7
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Hydrocodone (continued)
Medical names Vicoprofen Hycodan Vicodin Lortab Lorcet
Street names Vikes Hydro Norco
Side EffectsNausea Drowsiness Impaired
coordinationWeaknessConfusionConstricted pupilsClammy skinMuscle relaxationLow blood pressure Low respiratory
rate 8
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Xanax
Prescribed to patients for anxiety, panic and stress disorders
Street names Z-bars Bars School bus Yellow boys Footballs
HandlebarsWhite boysWhite girlsBicycle parts
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Oxycontin
Prescribed for relief of moderate to severe pain resulting from injuries, bursitis, neuralgia, arthritis, and cancer
Street names OcsOxOxy Blue
Hillbilly heroin
Kicker Oxycotton
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Xanax and Oxycontin
Side Effects Extreme loss of appetite and weight Constricted, pinpoint pupils Watery, sunken-in eyes Poor complexion or sickly appearance Constipation Drowsiness and falling asleep at odd times Frequently sick Tremors, twitching, excessive scratching May appear intoxicated with no signs of
alcohol use11
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“The Date Rape Drug” 10 times more potent
than Valium Works in 15 minutes Lasts up to 8 hours Short term amnesia Can be fatal with alcohol Odorless and tasteless Now dissolves more
slowly and turns blue in liquid
Rohypnol
Side effects Decreased heart
rate and blood pressure
Poor coordination Sedation Fatigue Confusion Dizziness Memory
impairment Amnesia Nightmares Tremors 12
Drug DangersRave Drugs
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MDMA “Ecstasy”
Physical Effects Dryness of mouth Jaw clenching Teeth grinding Mild eye twitching Sweating Nausea Fast/pounding
heartbeat Dizziness Restlessness
Street Names Ecstasy XTC “E” “X” Beans Adams Hug Drug Disco Biscuit Go
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MDMA “Ecstasy” (continued)
Physical signsDryness of mouth Jaw clenchingTeeth grindingMild eye twitchingSweatingNauseaFast/pounding heartbeat
DizzinessRestlessness
Side effects (80-150 milligrams)
Increased tactile sensitivity
Increased empathic feelings
High levels of serotonin (a sense of extreme happiness)
Decreased inhibitions Impaired memory and
learning Hyperthermia Heart and liver toxicity Renal failure
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Ketamine “Special K”
Created as an anesthesia for small animals
Used in the Vietnam War on wounded soldiers
Numbing properties Lethal when mixed with other drugsStreet names
Jet Super acid Special "K“ Green “K” Cat Valium
Forms Odorless Colorless
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Ketamine “Special K” (continued)
Low dosesQuieting/calming
effectMeditative and
introspective moodMild inebriationDreamy thinkingA temporary sense of
the world as unimportant
Similar effects as LSDLasts about 1 hour
High doses Induces mild
anesthetic state Feelings of
tiredness and dizziness
Severe hallucinations
Delirium Death
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Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)
Most commonly mixed with alcohol
Forms Odorless/colorless liquid White powder
Low doses Drowsiness Dizziness Nausea Visual disturbances Incapable of resisting Memory problems
High doses Unconsciousness Seizures Severe respiratory
depression Coma Overdose
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Drug DangersOther Common Drugs Abused
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Alcoholism
Craving – a strong need, or urge, to drink
Loss of control – not being able to stop drinking once drinking has begun
Physical dependence – withdrawal symptoms, such as nausea, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety after stopping drinking
Tolerance – the need to drink greater amounts of alcohol to get "high”
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Cannabis Sativa “Marijuana” Active ingredient is
THC Street Names
GrassPotWeedReefer
Side effectsFaster heartbeat and
pulseBlood shot eyesDry mouth and throatImpaired short-term
memoryAltered sense of timeInability to
concentrateSlowed reaction timesReduced coordination
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Ritalin/Focalin/Concerta/Adderall
Central nervous system stimulant Treats ADHD/ADDPhysical effects
Appetite suppression Increased alertness Increases in
Blood pressure Heart rate Respiration Body temperature
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Crack Cocaine
Highly addictive stimulant
Mixture of powdered cocaine
Street namesJelly beansRoosterTornado
Methods of useSmokingSnorting 23
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Crack Cocaine (continued)
Side effectsAnxietyDepression IrritabilityExtreme
fatigueParanoia
Long-term use Alienate family and
friends Isolated and suspicious Lie Cheat Steal Commit violent crimes
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Methamphetamine
Central nervous system stimulantCan be prescribed, but can not be
refilledColor varies depending on the
cooking methodUsually in a colorless, odorless,
bitter-tasting crystalline formLasts up to 12 hoursEffects similar to crack cocaine
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Methamphetamine
Methods of use are: Swallowing Snorting Smoking (glass pipe) Shooting (syringe
injection)Street names
Glass Ice Meth Speed Crank Crystal Meth
Side effects Increased alertness Increased physical
activity Decreased appetite Rapid heart rate Increased blood
pressure 26
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DXM
The cough-suppressant found in cold medicine
Available over-the-counterEffects last up to 6 hoursForms
Syrups Tablets Liquid
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DXM (continued)
Side effects Slurred speech Diarrhea Abdominal pain Rash Fever and
sweating Headache Brain damage Death
Street names Robo Skittles Triple C Red Devils
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Inhalants (Extremely Deadly)
Methods of useHuffingSniffingSnorting
Side effectsSlows bodily functionsLess inhibitionLoss of consciousnessBrain and body
damageDeath
Items used Correction fluid Markers Spray paint Model airplane glue Rubber cement Hair spray Air freshener Deodorant Freon Nail polish remover Paint thinner Miscellaneous others
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Drug DangersDrug User Behaviors and Handling Procedures
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Drug Terminology
Abuser – a person who continues to use a drug after it is needed or even though it is not needed
Dependent – when a person experiences withdrawal symptoms from reducing or stopping the use of the drug
Overdose – a user takes more of a drug than the body can process; usually results in death 31
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Drug User Behaviors
Behaviors of drug users – drug users often engage in risky behavior and criminal activity because of their drug use The money needed for drugs leads to
prostitution, drug dealing, and burglary Very aggressive and violent Suicidal Higher risk of sexually transmitted diseases Isolation from family and friends
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Signs of Drug Use: Personality Disrespectful or even verbally and
physically abusive Emotionally erratic (angry, depressed,
paranoid, confused, extreme mood swings, etc.)
Secretive and dishonest Steals or “looses” valued possessions Spends or requests money constantly Withdraws from family and friends
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Signs of Drug Use: Physical
Neglects personal hygiene and grooming
Sleeps too much or too littleExhibits loss of appetiteExperiences abnormal weight loss or
gainExhibits abnormal energy level,
hyperactivity or lethargy
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Signs of Drug Use: Social Drops friends, activities, and interests Skips school Loses interest in schoolwork, resulting in
low grades Sleeps in class Loses concentration and poor memory
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General Guidelines Always wear protective gloves and equipment Never taste the substances Document the color, texture and odor of a
substance Contact the proper agency to dismantle, if it
appears to be a drug lab Never handle unknown or questionable
substances Maintain custody and control of the substances Package drugs separately
Procedures for Handling Drugs
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ProceduresRetain the property until it is properly tagged and placed in a property locker
Book all drugs separatelyBook all drug paraphernalia separately
Use syringe tubes to package syringes and needles
Procedures for Handling Drugs(continued)
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Procedures for Handling Drugs(continued)
Packaging Complete a presumptive test if the quantity
allows Include the result in the officer’s report Weigh drugs in the container they are held in Weigh the entire package after sealing it, and
then record the gross weight Place drugs in an envelope and seal both ends
with evidence tape Write your initials and the date on the outside of
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Resources
Houle, Michelle M. Berkley Heights, NJ. Tranquilizer, Barbiturate and Downers Drug Dangers; Enslow Publishers, 1997.
Barter, James. Hallucinogens. San Diego, CA; Lucent Books, 2002.
National Drug Intelligence Center, U.S. Department of Justice, Archived Publications, Fast Facts Series http://www.justice.gov/ndic/topics/archived.htm
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration http://www.justice.gov/dea/index.htm
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/faqs.htm
National Institute on Drug Abuse http://www.drugabuse.gov/DrugPages/DrugsofAbuse.html
www.streetdrugs.org Do an Internet search for the following video: Reporting Weed
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