Drug Abuse Presentation

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DRUG ABUSEpresentation by cassie huertas & sarah burgos

Thursday, November 21, 2013


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DRUG USE::BEFORE & AFTER



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DRUG USE::BEFORE & AFTER



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DRUGS

WHAT ARE DRUGS?

drugs are essentially poison...the amount taken

determines the effectWHY DO PEOPLE TAKE THEM?

to fit in, to rebel, to seem grown up

to relax, or relieve boredom

to escape from personal problems or pain

they believe drugs to be a solution, but it turns out to be the problem

(drugfreeworld.org)



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DRUGS=PROBLEMSdelayed/damaged brain development

legal problems

poor performance in school

teen pregnancy

higher incidence of STDs

more likely to engage in crimes

poor problem solving skills

more likely to be depressed

leading cause of DEATH among teenagers in the U.S.

(Sussman, Skara, & Ames, 2008)



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(Monitoring the future 2012 survey results, 2012)



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ILLICIT DRUGS

Cocaine/Crack: stroke, heart attack,increased vulnerability to infections

Methamphetamine/crystal meth: cardiac damage,

elevated heart rate, convulsions, diseased gums& teeth (meth mouth)

Ecstasy: brain damage, nausea

Marijuana: long term use causes psychosis, heart & lung damage, bronchitis

Heroin: liver damage, kidney disease, sharing of needles can lead to hepatitis &AIDS

LSD: horrible hallucinations, flashbacks & re-occurrences long after drug has wornoff

(Scholastic Inc, drugfreeworld.org, abovetheinfluence.com)



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PRESCRIPTION DRUGSOTC MEDS (over-the-counter):cough suppressants- dextromethorphan (DSM)pain relievers- acetaminophen, ibuprofen (tylenol, advil)diet pills- laxatives, diuretics

STIMULANTS: Adderall, Ritalin

hostility, paranoia, high body temperatures, irregular heartbeat,heart system failure, fatal seizures

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTM DEPRESSANTS: Xanax, Valium

OPIOIDS: Vicodin, Oxycotin

severe respiratory depression, including breathing difficulties,stopped breathing, death

Scholastic Inc, drugfreeworld.org, abovetheinfluence.com



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MARIJUANA

(Scholastic Inc, 2002)



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MARIJUANA

common street names: weed, pot, reefer,grass, herb

the gateway drug: most people who do

harder drugs started off using marijuana firstmarijuana tens to be more available to teens, so its often one of the first drugs theytry

some people might think that marijuana is not harmful, but they are not awareofwhat smoking pot is doing to them

risks include memory loss, lack of concentration, difficulty focusing, slow reactiontime, lack of coordination

long term users can develop bronchitis and lung disease




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TOBACCO:: CIGARETTES



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TOBACCO Q+AQ: why dont cigarette companies take out the tar and

nicotine from cigarettes?

A: tar=flavor, less tar = less flavor; nicotine is the addictive drugthat keeps you smoking, cigarette companies will lose $$

Q: does nicotine cause cancer?

A: no, the tar & chemicals in cigarette smoke causes cancer.Nicotine is an addictive drug that keeps you smoking




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TOBACCO::CIGARETTESCigarettes have69 known carcinogensEvery ten seconds, somewhere in the world, someone dies of

tobacco-related causes

Tobacco kills more Americans each year than alcohol, cocaine,crack, heroin, homicide, suicide, car accidents, fire and AIDS

combined

Tobacco products are the only legal consumer products that are

LETHAL when used exactly as the manufacturer intends

It costs tobacco companies approximately 5 cents to produce a

pack of cigarettes




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ALCOHOLDEPRESSANT: it slows down vital functions, resulting in slurred speech, unsteadymovement, disturbed perceptions, & an inability to react quickly

Heavy drinking of alcohol, even only for a few days, can cause severe depressionand steotosis

alcohol overdose can lead to more severe depressant effects such as inability tofeel pain, toxicity, unconsciousness, coma, & death

ALCOHOL CONTENTBeer: 26% alcoholCider: 48% alcoholWine: 820% alcohol

Tequila: 40% alcoholRum: 40% or more alcoholBrandy: 40% or more alcoholGin: 4047% alcoholWhiskey: 4050% alcohol

Vodka: 4050% alcoholLiqueurs: 1560% alcohol

(drugfreeworld.org)



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DRUGS::OTHERInhalants: damage to thecardiovascular system, loss ofcoordination, liver and kidney damage,heart failure, death from suffocation

common household chemicals: rapid & irregular heartbeat, permanent brain & body damage, fatal heart failurewithin minutes of use

solvents: butane & propane

aerosols: spray paint, hair spray

inhaling vapors: glue, paint thinner, nail polish remover




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DRUGS:: OTHER

(Monitoring the future 2012 survey results, 2012



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EFFECTS OF DRUG USE ON THE BODY

(Heads up: Real news about drugs and your body, n.d.)



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DRUG ABUSE::FACTOR FICTION?

overcoming addiction is simply a matter of will power. You can stop using if youreally want to

natural drugs are safe than synthetic ones

drug addiction is a choice and addicts are bad people

treatment didnt work before, so it wont work again

alcohol will give you more energy and make you more sociable

eating a big meal before I drink will keep me sober

if you have a high alcohol tolerance, you wont have a drinking problem

white wine is a good choice for someone who wants a light drink with less alcohol

drinking coffee makes a person sober up faster

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SIGNS OF DRUG ABUSE gets drunk or high frequently or while alone

cuts class to use or comes to school under the influence

needs drugs to cope or to have a good time

makes plans to use drugs

spends time with friends who use drugs or provides them LIES

tries to get others to use drugs

breaks plans or comes late because of drug use

quits activities or sports that used to be enjoyable

drives under the influence steals money to buy drugs

DONT WAIT FOR THESE SYMPTOMS TO

GET WORSE BEFORE SPEAKING UP!!

(How to help, n.d.)



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THINK YOU WONT GET ADDICTED?

Research shows that people who begin drinking earlier than age 15 are much morelikely to develop a dependence on alcohol than those who began drinking after age21

The earlier a person begins using marijuana, the greater the risk for future drug usedisorders and additional illicit substance abuse problems

The younger a person begins using over the counter/prescription drugs, the morelikely they are to be addicted for the rest of their lives!

(McCabe, West,

Morales, Cranford

& Boyd, 2007)



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ADDICTION::RISK FACTORS

(Anyone can become addicted to drugs, 2012)



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ARE YOU ADDICTED?taking the drug more and more, or in higher amountsthan you thought youwould do

need more of the drug than you did before

craving the drug or having difficulty quitting

spend a lot of time trying to get the drug

after knowing its harm, you keep using it

having symptoms of withdrawal

taking the drug to stop withdrawal symptoms

(Real questions from real teens, 2013)

http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/real-questions-real-teenshttp://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/real-questions-real-teenshttp://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/real-questions-real-teens


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SIGNS OF OVERDOSE

CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY IF YOU NOTICE....

restlessness, irritability

shaking involuntarily or seizures

difficulty walking or breathing

hallucinating, delusions, or being paranoid

acting aggressively or violently

sweating, acting drowsy, or unconsciousness




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PREVENTION

get involved!

choose your friends wisely

find an adult to mentor you

(King, Vidourek, & Merianos, 2013)



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HOW TO AVOID DRUGSmake friends with people who dont do drugs

try to stay away from places where drugs are likely to be available

only drink from cans/bottles that you open yourself, and keep

drink near you at all times

make sure you watch if someone is pouring you a drink

dont leave your drink and come back for it

dont drink anything that smells/tastes strange

if you feel drunk when you havent been drinking, get help right

away

(Real questions from real teens, 2013)



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SCENARIOS



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drug abuse among youth.American Journal of Health Studies, 28(2), 68-76.

Heads up: Real news about drugs and your body. (n.d.). In National Institute of Drug Abuse. Retrieved from

http://headsup.scholastic.com

How to help? (n.d.). InAbove the Influence. Retrieved from

McCabe, S.E., Brady, T.W., Morales, M., Cranford, J.A., & Boyd,C.J. (2007). Does early onset of non-medical

use of prescription drugs predict subsequent prescription drug abuse and dependence? Results from a

national study.Addiction 102, 1920-1930. doi: 10.1111/j.1360-0443.2007.02015.x

Monitoring the future 2012 survey results. (2012). In National Institute of Drug Abuse. Retrieved from http://

www.drugabuse.gov/related-topics/trends-statistics/infographics/monitoring-future-2012-survey-results

National Institute of Drug Abuse. (2012, February 12). Anyone can become addicted to drugs. Retrieved from

http://teens.drugabuse.gov/videos/videos/anyone-can-become-addicted-drug

Need help? (n.d.). InAbove the Influence. Retrieved from http://www.abovetheinfluence.com/help/resources

Real questions from real teens. (2013). In National Institute of DrugAbuse. Retrieved from http://

teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/real-questions-real-teens

Sussman, S., Skara, S., & Ames, S.L. (2008). Substance abuse among adolescents. Substance Use and

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