Lesson 4:

Depressants are S-L-O-W

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Brain

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Neurotransmission

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Prescription label

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Dosage

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Controlled substance

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Pain

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Opioids (painkiller)

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Things a doctor considers

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John Smith, M.D.1234 Main Street

Anywhere, USA 00000 800-555-1212 Lic. # ME 0000000

NAME_________________________________D.O.B______ ADDRESS______________________________ DATE_______

Refills NR 1 2 3 4 5 _________________________________________________________________

(Signature)

What medicine is being prescribed?

How do you take it?

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Good brain health

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Depressants and the brain

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•Slow all brain function

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Depressants

• Slow all neurotransmission• Help control serious anxiety and stress

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Depressant abuse

• Can make you lose interest in things you used to like doing

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Depressant abuse

•Can lead to dependence, addiction, or getting hooked on the drug

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Depressant abuse

•Can slow the heart down leading to coma and/or death•Become more dangerous when mixed with other substances

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Your imaginary brain

How might depressants affect your imaginary brain?

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Think about this for next time

What are some ways you can make your heart race really fast?

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