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Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Show Teens Talk – Video 17 Risks

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Show Teens Talk – Video 17 Risks of Drug Abuse 1

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of the brain’s “reward pathway” 2

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of the brain’s “reward pathway” 3

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs How Drugs Affect the Brain Area of the brain’s “reward pathway” 4

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Marijuana 5

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Marijuana 5

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Effects of Marijuana - use include •

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Effects of Marijuana - use include • distorted perceptions • difficulties with thinking and problem solving • loss of coordination • increased heart rate • feelings of anxiety or paranoia 6

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Marijuana and Driving • Users often feel

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Marijuana and Driving • Users often feel sleepy or drowsy. • Hard to judge distances and react quickly to signals and sounds on the road. 7

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs A Gateway to Other Drugs • Marijuana

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs A Gateway to Other Drugs • Marijuana use is often a gateway to using other “harder” drugs, such as cocaine. • As tolerance increases, users try to find other drugs to get the “high” they first got from marijuana. 8

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Club Drugs, Inhalants, and Steroids • Are

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Club Drugs, Inhalants, and Steroids • Are of growing concern in recent years. • Club drugs and inhalants are extremely unpredictable and dangerous. • Steroids abuse causes lifelong damage to the body and brain. 9

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Club Drugs • Club drugs first gained

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Club Drugs • Club drugs first gained popularity at dance clubs and raves. • Their effects are different from person to person and very dangerous. • While under the effects of rohypnol (roh HYP nawl), a person may be hurt or raped and not even be able to recall the event later on. 10

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Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Inhalants A breathable chemical vapor that produces

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Inhalants A breathable chemical vapor that produces mind-altering effects. 13

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Anabolic Steroids • Anabolic steroids are synthetic

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Anabolic Steroids • Anabolic steroids are synthetic drugs that are similar to the hormone testosterone. • Abused primarily by people who want bigger muscles. • Can make a user’s personality very aggressive. • Some users become severely depressed. 14

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Myth Medicines from a drugstore can’t harm

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Myth Medicines from a drugstore can’t harm you. Fact Medicines can be just as dangerous as “street drugs” if they are used inappropriately. What other myths do teens believe about drugs? Write down some statements you have heard from your peers. Which ones do you think are true? Which are false? 15

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Over-the-Counter Drugs • Are medicines that are

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Over-the-Counter Drugs • Are medicines that are sold legally in stores without a doctor’s prescription. • Any over-the-counter drug can cause harm if the instructions on the label are not followed. 16

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Prescription Drugs • Must have a written

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Prescription Drugs • Must have a written order from a doctor and can only be purchased at a pharmacy. • Require more government control than over-thecounter drugs because of their potential for harm. 17

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs, also called street drugs • Are chemical

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs, also called street drugs • Are chemical substances that may not be lawfully manufacture, bought, or sold. 18

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Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Drug Misuse • The improper use of

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Drug Misuse • The improper use of medicines prescription or overthe-counter drugs. • Examples of drug misuse include • taking more than the prescribed amount of a drug • taking drugs with the wrong foods or at the wrong time of day • not taking a drug for the correct period of time 21

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Drug Abuse • When a drug is

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Drug Abuse • When a drug is intentionally used improperly or unsafely, it is known as drug abuse. • Drug abuse occurs when people intentionally use any kind of drugs for nonmedical purposes. 22

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Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Tolerance and Dependence • When a person

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Tolerance and Dependence • When a person uses a drug repeatedly, the body may develop tolerance to the drug. • Tolerance may lead to drug dependence—the body develops a chemical need for the drug and can’t function normally without it. 24

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Addiction • Addiction is the compulsive use

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Addiction • Addiction is the compulsive use of a drug, despite any cost to health, family, or social standing. • It is a disease that changes the structure and chemistry of the brain. 25

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Withdrawal • Withdrawal symptoms occur when a

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Withdrawal • Withdrawal symptoms occur when a person dependent on drugs stops taking them. • nausea or vomiting • headaches or dizziness • fever • digestion problems • paranoia or panic • tremors, seizures, or death 26

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Other Health Risks • Hepatitis and HIV

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Other Health Risks • Hepatitis and HIV – when sharing needles to inject drugs, contaminated blood left in the needle can carry disease-causing viruses from user to user. • Risks to Fetus and Newborn Drug abuse by a pregnant woman places her baby at risk for a broad range of developmental problems. 27

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Impurities • Many illegal drugs are contaminated

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Impurities • Many illegal drugs are contaminated with chemicals that may themselves be harmful or cause dangerous drug interactions. • Illegal drugs may vary widely from batch to batch in the concentration of psychoactive chemicals they contain. 28

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Acknowledge the Problem Signs of Possible Drug

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Acknowledge the Problem Signs of Possible Drug Abuse 29

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Treating Drug Abuse • Before a person

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Treating Drug Abuse • Before a person can be helped, the person needs to acknowledge that he or she has a drug problem. 30

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Explore Treatment Options • Treatment options for

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Explore Treatment Options • Treatment options for drug abusers include • detoxification • therapeutic communities • supervised medication • Programs exist for family members trying to understand their loved one’s drug problem. • Some drug treatment programs are available at little or no cost. 31

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Detoxification • A person who enters a

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Detoxification • A person who enters a detoxification program undergoes gradual but complete withdrawal from the abused drug under medical supervision. • Detoxification programs include counseling to help people deal with their abuse and cope with the underlying problems. 32

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Therapeutic Community • A therapeutic community is

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Therapeutic Community • A therapeutic community is a residential treatment center where former drug abusers live together and learn to adjust to drug-free lives. • Therapeutic communities provide both medical care and counseling. 33

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Supervised Medication • A third treatment option

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Supervised Medication • A third treatment option involves replacing the abused drug with a drug that produces some of the same effects, without the “high. ” • A trained professional must carefully monitor treatment and slowly lower the dosage. 34

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Refusing Drugs • To be effective, be

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Refusing Drugs • To be effective, be sure to clearly state your personal reasons for not wanting to take drugs. • “No thanks — I want to keep a clear head. ” • “I don’t want to become addicted. ” • “I don’t do drugs. ” • If the person offering you drugs continues to pressure you, take a definite action and remove yourself from the situation. 35

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Alternatives to Drugs • Engage in physical

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Alternatives to Drugs • Engage in physical activity. Physical activity boosts your mood and relieves the negative effects of stress. • Volunteer. Helping other people can give you a good feeling about yourself, too. • Join a youth group. Participating in a youth group can give you a sense of belonging and a connection to others. 36

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Ask for Help • If you decide

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Ask for Help • If you decide that the stresses and problems in your life are too much to manage, find someone to talk to. • parents • teachers • friends • siblings • school counselors • school nurses • members of the clergy • A second option is to call a national drug-abuse hotline. 37

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Support Groups for Alcohol Abuse • In

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Support Groups for Alcohol Abuse • In Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), recovering alcoholics offer encouragement and support to help other alcoholics stop drinking. • Al-Anon helps adult friends and family members learn how they can help in the alcoholic’s recovery process. • Alateen provides help for teenagers living with alcoholics. 38

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Getting Help - Tobacco • Contact the

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Getting Help - Tobacco • Contact the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society for more information and tips on quitting tobacco use. • Attend local workshops, classes, or support groups. • A healthcare professional can advise you about where to get help. 39

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Treatment Options for Drug Addiction • Treatment

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Treatment Options for Drug Addiction • Treatment options for drug abusers include • detoxification • therapeutic communities • supervised medication • Programs exist for family members trying to understand their loved one’s drug problem. • Some drug treatment programs are available at little or no cost. 40

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Community Resources and Support Alcoholics Anonymous (231)

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Community Resources and Support Alcoholics Anonymous (231) 946 -8823 124 N Division Street, Traverse City, MI 49684 -2263 Al-Anon/Alateen (231)-938 -7399 TRAVERSE CITY - Northern Michigan AIS/LDC Dakoske-Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services (231) 922 -4810 940 E 8 th St, Traverse City addictiontreatmentservices. org Catholic Human Services 1000 Hastings Street, Traverse City (231) 947 -8110 www. catholichumanservices. org Munson Healthcare Alcohol & Drug Treatment Center (800) 662 -6766 1105 6 th Street, Traverse City http: //www. munsonhealthcare. org/clinical American Cancer Society (231) 947 -0860 525 W 14 th Street # 5, Traverse City, MI 49684 http: //www. cancer. org 41

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Materials bag of jelly

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Materials bag of jelly beans set of five role-playing cards per group 42

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Try This Form a

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Try This Form a group with four other students. Your teacher will distribute a different role-playing card to each group member. Do not discuss your role with other group members Imagine that you are at a party with friends. Spend five minutes thinking about your assigned role and how you will act during the imagined party. At your teacher’s signal, begin acting out your role with the other members of your group. 43

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Think and Discuss Explain

Section 17. 1 Legal and Illegal Drugs Resisting Peer Pressure Think and Discuss Explain how you felt playing your role during the imagined party. How do you think player 4 felt being pressured to eat the jelly beans? How might player 3 have felt about eventually giving in? How do you think player 1 felt about pressuring all the other players? What refusal skills will you use to resist pressure from friends to use drugs? 44