hallucinogens and marijuana
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Simple yet informative presentation on Hallucinogens and Marijuana. Easy read for anyone whether studying Sciences or just for General knowledge.TRANSCRIPT
Disrupt the normal functioning of your brain
Alter perception of reality Cause hallucinations Alter the senses (touch, taste, smell, sound, sight)
Psychosis, panic attacks and dangerous accidents are all possible risks
Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD): Acid, blotter, cubes, microdot, yellow sunshine, blue heaven, Cid
Magic Mushrooms (Psilocybin): Simple Simon, shrooms, silly putty, sherms, musk, boomers
Mescaline: Cactus, cactus buttons, cactus joint, mesc, mescal, mese, mezc, moon, musk, topi
Methylenedioxy-methamphetamine(MDMA): Ecstasy
Phencyclidine (PCP): “Angel dust”
Salvia
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC): Marijuana:
Blunt, Dope, Ganja, Herb, Joint, Bud, Mary Jane, Pot, Reefer, Green, Trees, Smoke, Skunk, Weed, Hash, Tea, Chronic, Loud, Cush
Obtained from hemp plant, Cannibis sativa Main active chemical is
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which moves quickly through the bloodstream to the brain and other organs throughout the body[1]
Intoxication: minutes to 3-4hrs Most widely used illicit psychoactive drug in
US 32% people ever used (1996 survey)
Behavior Poor grooming and routine Decreased responsiveness
to others Disorganization Social withdrawal, isolation Apathy, lack of motivation
Feelings Euphoria (during
intoxication): “High” Mild to Panic Anxiety
Attacks During withdrawal one is
either Irritable or Anxious
Overall Health Bronchitis,
emphysema, and lung cancer(debatable)
Immunosuppressant Pleural effusions Lowers LH
production
Typically symptoms are◦ Apprehension ◦ Suspiciousness◦ Confusion◦ Memory impairment◦ Depersonalization◦ De- realization◦ Hallucination.
Marijuana is a potent antidepressant in low doses, but according to new study
In high doses:◦ Depression◦ Social withdrawal◦ Isolation◦ Positive peer support
Mood swings Irritability Sleeplessness
According to study done by Dr. Ole Andreassen of Oslo University Hospital in Norway and his colleagues. the bipolar patients who used cannabis performed better in verbal fluency than bipolar patients who did not use cannabis. ◦ They appeared to perform
slightly better on the learning test, although these results were not statistically significant.[4]
Hallucinations Delusions Paranoia, suspiciousness Apathy, amotivation Isolation, social
withdrawal
Glaucoma Smoking marijuana reduces Intra Ocular Pressure in
normal human subjects. THC eye drops reduce glaucoma symptoms
Asthma Initial bronchodiltaion, followed by bronchoconstriction.
Nausea AIDS patient Cancer treatment.
Famous party drug Side effects:
◦ Tremors◦ Muscle cramps◦ Nausea◦ Anxiety and depression
NB: Prolonged use also carries the risk of longer-term problems with memory and learning.
10% people ever used (1996 survey)
Intoxication: minutes to a few hours or days
Banned in 1985 Derivative of
anesthetic
One of the strongest hallucinogensIt can disrupt the normal functioning of your brain and how nerves and serotonin interact Soaked into paper, tablet, crystalline, or tablet 10% people ever used (1996 survey)
Intoxication: minutes to a few hours or days
Derived from Peyot Cactus and others Smoked or eaten 10% people ever used (1996 survey)
Intoxication: minutes to a few hours or days
Derived from plants or other sources in nature 10% people ever used (1996 survey)
Intoxication: minutes to a few hours or days Disrupting how nerve cells and the serotonin
interact throughout the brain and spinal cord leading to hallucination.
Phencyclidine (PCP) was developed in the 1950s as an intravenous anesthetic but, due to the side effects of confusion and delirium, its development for human medical use was discontinued.
exhibits hallucinogenic effects
Salvia divinorum is a psychoactive plant which can induce dissociative effects and is a potent producer of "visions" and other hallucinatory experiences.
Health Elevated body temperature Increased heart rate and blood pressure Appetite loss Memory loss Headaches Nausea Sweating Sleeplessness
Feelings Amplification of senses (smell, touch,
taste, sound, sight) Merging of senses Anxiety, panic (“bad trips”), flashbacks
cause intense fear over loss of control
Thinking Alteration of thinking and self-awareness Anxiety and panic (“bad trips”), flashbacks Confusion Suspicion
Behavior Lack of insight and judgment; jumping out of the
window out of the belief that one could “fly” Aggression and violence
Anxiety Fatigue Isolation and
social withdrawal Depression
Sleeplessness Routine, schedule Mood swings Restlessness
Hallucinations Paranoia Delusions Isolation and social withdrawal
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1. Take psychiatric medication as prescribed
2. Avoid substance use3. Increase coping skills4. Increase social support5. Engage in meaningful activities
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[1]Retrieved from http://www.abovetheinfluence.com/ on February 9, 2014 [2] Retrieved from
http://www.foxnews.com/story/2007/10/25/marijuana-improves-depression-in-low-doses-worsens-it-in-high-doses-study-says/ on February 9, 2014
[3] 1]Retrieved from http://www.abovetheinfluence.com/ on February 10, 2014
[4] Retrieved from http://psychcentral.com/news/2010/07/15/different-effects-of-marijuana-in-bipolar-and-schizophrenic-patients/15496.html on February 9, 2014
[5] Retreived from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phencyclidine on February 9, 2014
[6] Viewed in Mueser, K. et al (2003). Integrated Treatment for Dual Disorders: A guide to effective practice. The Guilford Press: New York on February 9, 2014
[7] Image Retrieved from http://www.samhsa.gov/data/NSDUH/2k9NSDUH/MH/2K9MHResults.htm on February 10, 2014