Risks of Using Drugs www assignmentpoint com Risks
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Risks of Using Drugs www. assignmentpoint. com
Risks of Using Drugs • Risks vary according to: -circumstances of the use -the motivation and knowledge level of the user -their mood and expectation at the time of use -the manner of use -size of dose -purity of the sample www. assignmentpoint. com
Risks Factors Involved in Drug Taking • Users can never be sure of exactly what they are taking • Not knowing the strength of what has been bought could lead to an accidental overdose (which may be life-threatening) • Users can't be precisely sure of the effect the drug will have, even if they have taken it before. www. assignmentpoint. com
• Sharing dirty needles or syringes carries a risk of serious infections • Mixing drugs, or drugs with alcohol • Getting a criminal record. • Effects on relationships, financial pressures, reducing judgement or performance etc. www. assignmentpoint. com
Class A Drugs • Amphetamines (speed) - if prepared for injection • Cocaine and crack • Ecstasy • Heroin • LSD (acid) • Magic mushrooms - if prepared for use. www. assignmentpoint. com
Possession of Class A Drugs • Possession: -seven years prison and/or a fine • Possession with intent to supply -life imprisonment and/or a fine www. assignmentpoint. com
Class B Drugs • Amphetamines (speed) • Possession -five years prison and/or a fine • Possession with intent to supply -14 years prison and/or a fine www. assignmentpoint. com
Class C Drugs • • • Anabolic steroids Cannabis Mild amphetamines GBH Tranquillisers DF 118 (painkillers) www. assignmentpoint. com
Possession of Class C Drugs • Possession -two years prison and/or a fine • Possession with intent to supply -14 years prison and/or a fine www. assignmentpoint. com
