Alcohol and other Drugs Concept Map

There are regulations on it in Oregon

21 and older to Purchase

Must Purchase from a licensed retailer

Can not buy and give to minors

Can be classified at a Stimulant, Depressant, or a Hallucinogen.

Has different effects based on the strain and can effect each person differently.

How it effects the body:

Slows reaction times

Causes problems with coordination

How it works in the body

THC binds with brain receptors, makes decision making difficult.

Long term effects

Decline in IQ points

Brain abnormalities

Respiratory Issues throughout life

Increased risk of lung cancer and heart attack

Short term effects

Postive

Helps control epileptic Seizures

Slows progression of Alzheimer's disease

Pain and Nausea reliever

Negative

Short term Memory loss

paranoia

Slows reaction time

Coordination problems

Forms

Dried Plant

Smoked

Edibles

Ingested

Concentrates

Topical

Smoked

How it's Used

Recreationally

Medically

Forms

Smoking tobacco

Smokeless Tobacco

E-Cigaretts

How It's Used

Recreationally

Classification

Stimulant and Depressant

Regulation

Must be 21 year of age to use and purchase in Oregon

Can not smoke on college campuses

Can not smoke inside any public building in Oregon

Can not smoke on Airplanes

How it works in the body

Stimulates the release of adrenaline

Increases, heart rate, blood pressure, breathing

Dopamine is released

Concerns

Long-Term

COPD

Cancer

Cardio Vascular Disease

Short-Term

Asthma

Chronic Cough

Bad breath

Stained Teeth

Tooth Decay

Receding Gums

Street Names

Cancer stick

Butt

Snuff

Bone

Coffin Nail

Forms

crystalline powder

crystal meth

pills

oil called meth base

Routes of Administration

Smoking

Snorting

Injecting

Orally ingesting

Classification

Stimulant

Regulations

Illegal in all parts of the United States

How it works

enters into the bloodstream

Makes it's way to the brain

loading the brain with massive amounts of dopamine

Effects

Short Term

Faster breathing

Decreased appetite

Increased blood pressure

Increased attention

Euphoric rush

Hyperthermia

Long Term

Extreme weight loss

Addiction

Anxiety

Severe dental problems

Changes in brain function

Memory loss

Violent behavior

Street Names

Crank

Crystal

Ice

Speed

How it's used

Mainly Recreational

Common Forms

SEROTONERGIC

LSD

DMT

Mescaline

EMPATHOGENS

MDMA

DISSOCIATIVES

PCP

Ketamine

DXM

Salvia

How it's used

Recreational

Some research shows it can also be used to treat mental illness

Classification

Hallucinogens

Stimulants

Regulations

Colorado decriminalized psilocybin mushrooms

psilocybin mushrooms continue to be illegal on the federal level

How it works

serotonin passageways
get blocked

similar properties to
serotonin

brain uptakes more substance creating
a high

Effects

senses of euphoria

distortion

hallucinations

Concerns

Short Term

SEROTONERGIC

drastic changes in
sensory

visual hallucinations

audible hallucinations

DISSOCIATIVES

distort reality

cause the user to feel:
Disconnected

EMPATHOGENS

release of serotonin in the brain = euphoria, love

increased awareness

mild changes in perception;
I.e. audio and visual

Long term

anxiety

depression

suicidal thoughts

social withdrawal

substance use disorder

Routes of Admission

Taken by mouth

Injection

Common forms for humans

Beer

Wine

Spirits

How its used

Recreationally

Depressant in all forms

Laws for alcohol in the USA

Must be 21 year of age to buy and consume

Some states you can not consume in non-regulated areas.

How it works in the body

Affects the brains neurotransmitters, the chemicals in the brain which carry messages to other parts of the body and tell it what to do.

Gets into the blood stream

Filtered through the Liver

Effects on the mind and body

Memory Loss

Impairs Judgment

Impairs vision

Dulls sneses

Routes of admission

Drink/Consume orally

Forms

Coffee

Tea

Soda

Energy Drinks

Pain reliver

How it's Used

Recreationally

Medically

Classification

Stimulant

Regulation

Caffeine must be on label if it is contained in food or drinks

Suggested that children under 12 do not consume

How it Works

Blocks adenosine receptors

Not allowing adenosine to bind tricking your brain into not being tired

Effects

Wakefullness

Alterness

Reduced control of fine motor movements

Concerns

Long-term

Difficulty sleeping

Irritability/ Headaches

Muscular teremors

Short-term

Increased heart rate

slowing of blood flow to stomach

liver releases more sugar to blood stream

Forms

volatile solvents

aerosols

gases

nitrites

How it's used

Recreationally

Classification

Both Stimulant and Depressant effects

Regulations

Most products can be purchased by anyone

Illegal to be used in the form of inhalants

How it Works

nervous system depressants

slow down the workings of the brain

fumes enter the bloodstream

Effects

Short Term

Slurred speech

Hallucinations and delusions

Impaired judgment

Rashes around the nose and mouth

Long Term

Muscle weakness

Depression

damage to the heart, liver, kidneys, lungs and brain

Memory impairment, diminished intelligence

Deaths from heart failure or asphyxiation

Routes of Administration

Sniffing, snorting, huffing

Street Names

air blast

chroming

hippie crack

moon gas

Common Forms

Codeine

Methadone

Hydrocodone (Vicodin, Norco)

Morphine

Oxycodone (Oxycontin, Percocet)

Hydromorphone (Dilaudid)

Fentanyl (Duragesic)Heroin

How it's used

prescriptions

Medically

Pain management

Classification

Stimulant and Depressant

Regulations

doctors must write prescriptions

Recreational use is illegal

Heroine is illegal

How it works

chemicals interact with the opioid receptors

reduce pain

cause a feeling of euphoria

Effects

Pain reduction

Give the user a sense of high

Concerns

Short Term

Drowsiness

Slowed breathing

Constipation

Unconsciousness

Nausea

Long Term

physical dependence

withdrawal symptoms occur if use is reduced or stopped

Tolerance

Routes of administration

Orally

Injection

Rectal