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Drug Facts

  • Most people use drugs for the first time when they are teenagers.
  • Hallucinogen rates have risen by over 30% over the past twenty years.
  • A tweaker can appear normal - eyes clear, speech concise, and movements brisk; however, a closer look will reveal that the person's eyes are moving ten times faster than normal, the voice has a slight quiver, and movements are quick and jerky.
  • Meth, or methamphetamine, is a powerfully addictive stimulant that is both long-lasting and toxic to the brain. Its chemistry is similar to speed (amphetamine), but meth has far more dangerous effects on the body's central nervous system.
  • 60% of teens who have abused prescription painkillers did so before age 15.
  • Hallucinogens are drugs used to alter the perception and function of the mind.
  • Adderall use (often prescribed to treat ADHD) has increased among high school seniors from 5.4% in 2009 to 7.5% this year.
  • Meth has a high potential for abuse and may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
  • Krokodil is named for the crocodile-like appearance it creates on the skin. Over time, it damages blood vessels and causes the skin to become green and scaly. The tissue damage can lead to gangrene and result in amputation or death.
  • 2.5 million emergency department visits are attributed to drug misuse or overdose.
  • According to some studies done by two Harvard psychiatrists, Dr. Harrison Pope and Kurt Brower, long term Steroid abuse can mimic symptoms of Bipolar Disorder.
  • PCP (also known as angel dust) can cause drug addiction in the infant as well as tremors.
  • Other psychological symptoms include manic behavior, psychosis (losing touch with reality) and aggression, commonly known as 'Roid Rage'.
  • 90% of people are exposed to illegal substance before the age of 18.
  • Benzodiazepines are usually swallowed. Some people also inject and snort them.
  • There are confidential rehab facilities which treat celebrities and executives so they you can get clean without the paparazzi or business associates finding out.
  • More than 50% of abused medications are obtained from a friend or family member.
  • 54% of high school seniors do not think regular steroid use is harmful, the lowest number since 1980, when the National Institute on Drug Abuse started asking about perception on steroids.
  • Alcohol poisoning deaths are most common among ages 35-64 years old.
  • Illegal drug use is declining while prescription drug abuse is rising thanks to online pharmacies and illegal selling.

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