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Drug Abuse

Stages of Use Non Use Experimental Use Occasional Use Regular Use Abuse Dependency Every user has the potential to be an abuser.

Victimless Crime…. . Substance abusers are 18 times more likely to be involved in criminal activity Drug overdoses Society Costs

"Results from the 2012 National Survey on Drug Use and Health" Drug Initiation Chart 2012 National Survey on Drug Use and Health - SAMHSA

Prescription Drugs It’s just a pill

What is Rx drug abuse? The misuse of Rx drugs is a growing, under-recognized problem that puts young lives at risk. Misuse includes: Rx drugs serve an important purpose when used under a doctor’s care. Misuse can lead to overdose, addiction and even death.

How many prescriptions are filled every month in Wisconsin? A. B. C. D. 1 million 150, 000 5 million 87, 899

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Rx Drugs of Choice for Abuse Strong Pain Relievers Ø Used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain, these medications block pain signals to the brain Ø To get high, increase feelings of well being by affecting the brain regions that mediate pleasure Ø Vicodin, Oxy. Contin, Percocet, Lortab, Actiq, Darvon, codeine, morphine, methadone

Rx Drugs of Choice for Abuse Stimulants ØPrimarily used to treat ADHD type symptoms, these speed up brain activity causing increased alertness, attention, and energy that comes with elevated blood pressure, increased heart rate and breathing ØFeel alert, focused and full of energy—perhaps around final exams or to manage coursework, lose weight ØAdderall, Dexedrine, Ritalin, Concerta

Rx Drugs of Choice for Abuse Sedatives or tranquilizers ØUsed to slow down or “depress” the functions of the brain and central nervous system ØFeel calm, reduce stress, sleep ØValium, Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Restoril, Ambien, Lunesta, Mebaral, Nembutal, Soma

Signs of Use

How do I know someone is using? There are many different signs or symptoms that drug use will present in a person. Different drugs will present different signs Follow up on these changes!

Prevention

Where are they getting the Rx?

Safeguarding your Rx Do NOT leave drugs on countertops or out in the open. Keep pill bottle caps on tightly. Store drugs in a private area such as a bedroom or other secure place. Know how many pills you have. Properly dispose of old or unneeded medicines. Be aware of anyone who enters your home

Disposal of prescription drugs Use Drop Boxes. Typically found in law enforcement facilities

Talking with teens • “DENORMALIZE” THE BEHAVIOR While 1 in 5 teens are abusing drugs, 4 in 5 are not. • DEBUNK COMMON MYTHS: Rx abuse is just as dangerous as abusing other substances; marijuana is legal in other states; etc. • PROVIDE CLEAR GUIDELINES If you’re a parent, let teens know you will be disappointed if they use illegal substances and watch how you behave in front of teens. • GIVE TEENS ESCAPE ROUTES Teach them how to get out of bad situations; and suggest responses they can use so they don’t feel “uncool. ” “No, thanks – not into it. ", "Not today. ”, “I’m not interested. ”

It can be done! It is certainly easier and cheaper to prevent than to address! But becoming sober is also achievable!

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