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Drug Facts

  • In 1981, Alprazolam released to the United States drug market.
  • While the use of many street drugs is on a slight decline in the US, abuse of prescription drugs is growing.
  • There is inpatient treatment and outpatient.
  • Opiates, mainly heroin, account for 18% of the admissions for drug and alcohol treatment in the US.
  • Opioids are depressant drugs, which means they slow down the messages travelling between the brain and the rest of the body.
  • Used illicitly, stimulants can lead to delirium and paranoia.
  • The addictive properties of Barbiturates finally gained recognition in the 1950's.
  • Prescription medications are legal drugs.
  • Today, a total of 12 Barbiturates are under international control.
  • Because of the tweaker's unpredictability, there have been reports that they can react violently, which can lead to involvement in domestic disputes, spur-of-the-moment crimes, or motor vehicle accidents.
  • Ativan is faster acting and more addictive than other Benzodiazepines.
  • 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.
  • Meth can damage blood vessels in the brain, causing strokes.
  • Predatory drugs are drugs used to gain sexual advantage over the victim they include: Rohypnol (date rape drug), GHB and Ketamine.
  • Adderall is popular on college campuses, with black markets popping up to supply the demand of students.
  • Heroin can be a white or brown powder, or a black sticky substance known as black tar heroin.
  • Benzodiazepines ('Benzos'), like brand-name medications Valium and Xanax, are among the most commonly prescribed depressants in the US.
  • 52 Million Americans have abused prescription medications.
  • Methamphetamine has also been used in the treatment of obesity.
  • Other names of ecstasy include Eckies, E, XTC, pills, pingers, bikkies, flippers, and molly.

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