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3/21/2019 Ryan Laney, M.S., LPC Rachel Walker, M.S., LPC Intervention Counselor Truancy Intervention Counselor Byron Nelson Northwest ISD What Teens Think ● It’s all natural ● No side effects ● It’s not addictive ● It’s better for you than Marijuana Risks

● Increases the risk of respiratory issues such as, chronic cough and bronchitis ● Increases symptoms associated with and depression as well as the risk of schizophrenia in vulnerable individuals. ● “.” ● Marijuana can lead to addiction. ○ It affects the brain’s reward system in the same way as all other drugs of addiction – and the likelihood of addiction increases considerably for those who start young.

Dabs Dabs

Butane (BHO), oil, errl, earwax, budder, or shatter ● Extremely potent extract created by passing butane through high-grade marijuana. Following the evaporation of the butane, a thick oil or resin remains. The oil is most commonly vaporized using a special water pipe known as a rig, although it can be consumed orally as well. ● Hash oil use has recently increased and is quickly becoming a more popular method of use among adolescents. ● Dabs typically contain a THC concentration of 80% while compared to traditional which is about 14-15% K2 Spice Incense Fake Weed Yucatan Fire Genie Skunk Moon Rocks Zohai Black Mamba K2

● Completely man made ● A designer marketed “as mimicking the effects of cannabis.” However, due to the chemicals the effects are wide ranging including, hallucinations, irritability, aggression, erratic behavior. ● The chemicals used in synthetic marijuana have a high potential for abuse and no medical benefit. ● The chemicals vary widely - sellers attempt to avoid the legal system. ○ Continual need for updating the list of banned . K2 ● K2 is ingested in a similar manner to cannabis.

● “Synthetic marijuana users report experiences similar to those produced by natural marijuana -- elevated mood, relaxation, and altered perception. Often, the effects can be stronger than those of natural marijuana due to the synthesized chemicals. Some users report psychotic effects like extreme anxiety, , and hallucinations.”

● “The compounds found in K2 act on the same cell receptors as those affected by the THC in natural marijuana. However, some of the synthesized compounds in fake marijuana bind much more strongly to THC receptors than regular marijuana, which can lead to a more powerful, unpredictable or dangerous effect. Some synthesized compounds have been noted to be 100 times more potent than the average THC found in marijuana.”

Opiates

Big H, Black tar, Brown , Dope, ● Heroin is a highly addictive drug derived Horse, Junk, Skag, Smack, China white, from morphine, which is obtained from H, White Horse opium poppy plant. ○ Tolerance develops quickly ○ Collapsed veins, infection of the heart lining and valves, abscesses (swollen tissue with pus), ○ Constipation and gastrointestinal cramping ○ Liver or kidney disease. ○ Pulmonary complications, including various types of pneumonia, ○ Withdrawal ○ Overdose

Fentanyl

● Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic ● Sold illegally as a powder, dropped onto that is similar to morphine blotter paper, put in eye droppers and but is 50 to 100 times more potent. nasal sprays, or made into pills that look ● Synthetic , including like other prescription opioids. fentanyl, are now the most ● Some drug dealers are mixing fentanyl common drugs involved in drug with other drugs, such as heroin, overdose deaths in the United , , and States. MDMA. ○ This is because it takes very little to produce a high with fentanyl, making it a cheaper option. Prescription Pills Hydrocodone, Oxycontin (opiates) Oxy, Blue, 512s, Kickers

Xanax Bars, Totem Poles, Handlebars

Adderall Addys, Uppers, Black Beauties, Study Buddies, Smart Pills

Pill Identification Website: https://www.drugs.com/imprints.php MDMA MDMA (3-4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine) ● MDMA is a synthetic, with a chemical structure similar to the methamphetamine and the mescaline. ● Commonly known as Ecstasy, it is an illegal drug that acts as both a stimulant and psychedelic, producing an energizing effect, as well as distortions in time and perception and enhanced enjoyment from tactile experiences. Ecstasy, XTC, Adam, Clarity, Molly, Hug Drug MDMA ● MDMA was first synthesized by a German company in 1912 as an appetite suppressant. ● Street drug since 1980s, escalated in 1990s among college students and young adults. ● It is most often distributed at late-night parties such as "", nightclubs, and rock concerts.

● Frequently used in combination with other drugs; rarely consumed with alcohol, as alcohol is believed to diminish its effects. ● Ecstasy exerts its primary effects in the brain on serotonin (mood regulation, aggression, sexual activity, sleep, and sensitivity to pain) ● Its psychedelic effects include feelings of peacefulness, acceptance, and empathy. ● Produces a high that lasts from several minutes to an hour and enhances the senses of pleasure and self-confidence and increased energy. MDMA ● Psychological effects: confusion, depression, sleep problems, anxiety, and paranoia, sometimes lasting for weeks after taking the drug. ● Physical effects: muscle tension, involuntary teeth-clenching, nausea, blurred vision, faintness, and chills or sweating ○ Increases in and blood pressure are a special risk for people with circulatory or heart disease. ● “A study in nonhuman primates showed that exposure to Ecstasy for only 4 days caused damage to serotonin nerve terminals that was evident 6 to 7 years later.” ● “MDMA-related fatalities at raves have been reported. The stimulant effects of the drug, which enable the user to dance for extended periods, combined with the hot, crowded conditions usually found at raves can lead to dehydration, hyperthermia (dangerous increase in body temperature), and heart or kidney failure.” LSD LSD

● LSD (D-lysergic acid diethylamide) is the most common hallucinogen, a group of drugs that alter awareness of perception, thoughts and feelings. It is one of the most powerful mood-changing chemicals. ● Made from lysergic acid, which is found in ergot, a fungus that grows on rye and other grains.

Acid, Blotter, Cheer, Dots, Hit, Mellow Yellow, L, Lucy, Tabs, Window Pane, Yellow Sunshine, Blue Heaven, Microdot, Cubes What Does LSD Look Like?

● LSD is sold on the street in tablets, capsules and occasionally in liquid form. It is a clear or white odorless substance with a slightly bitter taste. LSD is often added to absorbent paper, such as “blotter” paper — paper that is divided into small decorated squares (or “tabs”), with each square representing one dose called a “hit.” The squares may be colored or have images printed on them. Liquid LSD is clear, and is usually sold in a small container, tube or flask. LSD can also be found in thin squares of gelatin. Risks of LSD ● The effects of LSD are unpredictable and occur based on factors such as on the amount taken, a person’s personality, mood, expectations and the surroundings in which the drug is used. The ability to make sound judgments and see common dangers is impaired, leading to a risk of injury. ● LSD can cause flashbacks. ○ In some people, flashbacks can persist and affect daily functioning, a condition known as hallucinogen persisting perceptual disorder (HPPD). ● LSD does produce tolerance. ○ This is extremely dangerous given the unpredictability of the drug. ○ LSD also produces tolerance to other . Methamphetamine

Meth, Chalk, Crank, Crystal, Glass, Tweak, Ice, Tina Methamphetamine ● An addictive stimulant that strongly activates certain systems in the brain. ● Chronic use of meth can cause paranoia, hallucinations, repetitive behavior and delusions of parasites or insects crawling under the skin. ● Long-term use can bring on psychosis (often exhibited as violent, aggressive behavior). This behavior is usually coupled with extreme paranoia. ● Methamphetamine use can also cause severe dental problems, convulsions, changes in brain structure, , heart attack and death. How Is Methamphetamine Used?

● Meth is most commonly used in its illicit ● Meth is addictive, and a person can form, which is taken orally, injected, develop a tolerance quickly, needing snorted or smoked; also eaten or rubbed increasingly larger amounts to get high. on gums In some cases, people using meth will ● Legal forms of methamphetamine is forego food and sleep and take more sometimes prescribed to treat attention meth every few hours for days, ‘binging’ deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). until they run out of the drug or become too disorganized to continue. Faces Of Meth Cocaine Cocaine

● Cocaine is a drug extracted from the ● Cocaine is distributed illegally in two leaves of the plant. It is a potent main forms: cocaine hydrochloride is a brain stimulant and one of the most white crystalline powder, and “crack” is powerfully addictive drugs. cocaine hydrochloride that has been processed with or (baking soda) and water into a ‘freebase’ cocaine — chips, chunks or rocks. ● Crack is a derivative of cocaine. Cocaine ● Cocaine’s effects are short lived, and once the drug leaves the brain, it leads to a “coke crash” that includes depression, irritability, and fatigue. ● crack/cocaine can produce a particularly aggressive paranoid behavior. ● When addicted individuals stop using cocaine, they often become depressed. ● Prolonged cocaine snorting can result in damage of the mucous membrane of the nose. Vaping What Are Electronic Cigarettes?

Electronic cigarettes, also commonly referred to as e-cigs, e-hookah pens, vapes, vape pens, Juuls and mods (customizable, more powerful vaporizers), are battery-operated, electronic delivery systems (ENDS) used to inhale an aerosol, which contains e-juice also known as e-liquid.

Why Do Teens Vape?

“It’s water “It looks cool “I like the way vapor...it’s and I want to it makes me safe!” fit in.” feel.” “The older “It tastes “I like feeling kids do it.” good.” sneaky.” Is Vaping an Epidemic?

● Studies show vaping among ● It is the most commonly high schoolers has increased used product 900% in recent years. among teenagers. ● 1.5 Million more students use ● Teens use e-cigs in both E-Cigarettes in 2018 vs. the classroom and 2017 bathroom.

The FDA recently announced that the “use of electronic cigarettes has reached an epidemic proportion.”

What Parents Should Look For

● Smoke Clouds ● Unexplained sweet scents/strange odor ● Untraditional “USB drives” or “pens” ● USB charges ● Increased thirst ● Nosebleeds ● Increased sense of secrecy ● Need for privacy ● Needing to “go to the bathroom” more often ● Discarded Pods Things You Can Do As A Parent

● Know the FACTS ● COMMUNICATION is key ● Be NON-ACCUSATORY and NON-JUDGEMENTAL ● Be PROACTIVE ● Be PATIENT and ready to LISTEN ● Set a POSITIVE example The BEST defense against drug use is to educate yourself on the subject and TALK to your child… let them know their safety is your primary concern! Resources

- 2018 National Youth Tobacco Survey - Center for Disease Control and Prevention; Office on Smoking and - https://raisingteenstoday.com/is-my-child-vaping-heres-9-signs-to-watch-for/ - https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/e-cigarette-flavoring-chemicals-linke d-to-respiratory-disease/ - https://drugfree.org/