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Cannabis ( Class B drug)
Name IT
Marijuana, Draw, Blow, weed, puff, shit, hash, ganja.
Know IT
Cannabis is a natural substance derived from the 'Cannabis Sativa' plant.
It comes in a solid, dark lump known as 'resin' or as leaves, stalks and seeds called 'grass' , or as a sticky oil.
It can be rolled with tobacco in a spliff or joint, smoked on its own in a special pipe, or eaten.
There are different strengths of cannabis - some (e.g skunk) are very strong.
Cannabis is a Class B drug ( but Class A penalties can apply to cannabis oil ).
The Effects
Getting 'stoned' on cannabis makes most users relaxed and talkative.
It heightens the senses, especially when it comes to colours, taste and music.
Cooking and eating hash makes the effects more intense and harder to control.
It can leave people feeling tired and lacking energy.
Hash may bring on cravings for certain foods.
The Risks
Affects short-term memory and ability to concentrate.
Getting stoned affects co-ordination, increasing the risk of accidents.
It impairs driving skills, so never get in a car with someone who is stoned.
It can make users paranoid and anxious, depending on their mood and situation
Smoking joints with tobacco can lead to user getting hooked on cigarettes.
Smoking cannabis over a long period of time may increase the risk of respiratory disorders, including lung cancer.
Many users find cannabis hard to quit.
Anabolic Steroids ( Class C drug)
Name IT
Trade names include: Sustanon 250, Deca-Durabolin, Dianabol, Anavar and Stanozolol. May be referred to by users as 'roids.
Know IT
Anabolic steroids can only be sold lawfully by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription.
While possession isn't illegal without a prescription, supply is against the law and Class C penalties apply.
Anabolic steroids are similar to, and include, the male hormone, testosterone.
They are used in medicine to treat anaemia and muscle weakness after surgery.
Don't confuse them with the type of steroids used to treat eczema/asthma.
Some body-builders and athletes use anabolic steroids, as well as people who think it'll improve their body image.
Some can be swallowed, but most need to be injected.
Use in sports is prohibited. A positive test for the drug can ruin a sporting career.
The Effects
Users claim steriods make them fell more aggressive and able to train harder.
With exercise, anabolic steroids can help build up muscle. However, there is some debate about whether they improve muscle power and athletic performance.
They help users to recover from strenuous exercise.
The Risks
Taking anabolic steroids carries many health risks and can stop young people from growing properly.
The risks for MEN include: erection problems, breast growth, shrinking testicles, reduced sperm, and even sterility, acne, increased chance of heart attack and liver failure.
The risks for Women include: growth of facial hair, deepening voice, shrinking breasts, messed-up menstrual cycle, spots, possible miscarriage and stillbirth.
Some effects, such as change in breast size, may be irreversible without surgery.
Injecting into veins can be dangerous and injecting into muscles can damage nerves and veins. Sharing needles or syringes puts users at risk of dangerous infections like hepatitis and HIV.
Cocaine ( Class A drug)
Name IT
Coke, charlie, snow, C.
Know IT
Cocaine is a white powder that can be snorted up the nose. Some users inject it.
The effects
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant.
The buzz creates a sense of well-being, making users feel alert and confident.
The effects last roughly 30 minutes.
Users are often left craving more.
People may also take more to delay the comedown ( tiredness and depression).
The Risks
Cocaine can cause heart problems and chest pain.
Heavy use of cocaine can cause convulsions.
Large or frequent doses over a short period can leave users restless, confused and paranoid.
Snorting cocaine may permanently damage the inside of the nose.
Users may find their habit expensive and hard to control.
Ecstasy ( Class A drug)
Name IT
E, fantasy, doves, mitsibushis, dolphins, Rolexes ( chemical name: MDMA)
Know IT
Ecstasy usually comes in tablets of different shapes, size and colour ( but often white).
The effects of MDMA are unpredictable.
A tablet might not contain MDMA. Other drugs which might be sold as MDMA can have very different effects.
Ecstasy is a Class A drug.
The Effects
Users can feel alert and in tune with their surroundings and with other people too.
Sound, colour and emotions can seem much more intense.
The energy buzz from ecstasy means users may dance for hours.
The effects last anything from 3 to 6 hours.
The Risks
As ecstasy starts working ( known as 'coming up') users may feel a tightening of the jaw, nausea, sweating and an increase in heart rate.
The comedown can leave users feeling tired and depressed, often for days.
Use has been linked to liver and kidney problems.
Studies into the effects of ecstasy are still at an early stage. However, research shows that MDMA dramatically affects the brain chemistry of animals.
There have been about 60 ecstasy-related deaths in the UK.
Note
Ecstasy affects the body's temperature control. Dancing for long periods in a hot atmosphere increases the chances of users overheating and dehydrating ( losing too much body fluid). The risks can be reduced if user:
1. Chill out regularly.
2. Sip about a pint of non-alcoholic fluid such as fruit juice, isotonic sports drinks or water every hour.
Motto: To provide information to united kingdom students
copyright @2000 - 2003 studentinfor.bizland.com! inc . All rights reserved
Cannabis ( Class B drug)
Name IT
Marijuana, Draw, Blow, weed, puff, shit, hash, ganja.
Know IT
Cannabis is a natural substance derived from the 'Cannabis Sativa' plant.
It comes in a solid, dark lump known as 'resin' or as leaves, stalks and seeds called 'grass' , or as a sticky oil.
It can be rolled with tobacco in a spliff or joint, smoked on its own in a special pipe, or eaten.
There are different strengths of cannabis - some (e.g skunk) are very strong.
Cannabis is a Class B drug ( but Class A penalties can apply to cannabis oil ).
The Effects
Getting 'stoned' on cannabis makes most users relaxed and talkative.
It heightens the senses, especially when it comes to colours, taste and music.
Cooking and eating hash makes the effects more intense and harder to control.
It can leave people feeling tired and lacking energy.
Hash may bring on cravings for certain foods.
The Risks
Affects short-term memory and ability to concentrate.
Getting stoned affects co-ordination, increasing the risk of accidents.
It impairs driving skills, so never get in a car with someone who is stoned.
It can make users paranoid and anxious, depending on their mood and situation
Smoking joints with tobacco can lead to user getting hooked on cigarettes.
Smoking cannabis over a long period of time may increase the risk of respiratory disorders, including lung cancer.
Many users find cannabis hard to quit.
Anabolic Steroids ( Class C drug)
Name IT
Trade names include: Sustanon 250, Deca-Durabolin, Dianabol, Anavar and Stanozolol. May be referred to by users as 'roids.
Know IT
Anabolic steroids can only be sold lawfully by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription.
While possession isn't illegal without a prescription, supply is against the law and Class C penalties apply.
Anabolic steroids are similar to, and include, the male hormone, testosterone.
They are used in medicine to treat anaemia and muscle weakness after surgery.
Don't confuse them with the type of steroids used to treat eczema/asthma.
Some body-builders and athletes use anabolic steroids, as well as people who think it'll improve their body image.
Some can be swallowed, but most need to be injected.
Use in sports is prohibited. A positive test for the drug can ruin a sporting career.
The Effects
Users claim steriods make them fell more aggressive and able to train harder.
With exercise, anabolic steroids can help build up muscle. However, there is some debate about whether they improve muscle power and athletic performance.
They help users to recover from strenuous exercise.
The Risks
Taking anabolic steroids carries many health risks and can stop young people from growing properly.
The risks for MEN include: erection problems, breast growth, shrinking testicles, reduced sperm, and even sterility, acne, increased chance of heart attack and liver failure.
The risks for Women include: growth of facial hair, deepening voice, shrinking breasts, messed-up menstrual cycle, spots, possible miscarriage and stillbirth.
Some effects, such as change in breast size, may be irreversible without surgery.
Injecting into veins can be dangerous and injecting into muscles can damage nerves and veins. Sharing needles or syringes puts users at risk of dangerous infections like hepatitis and HIV.
Cocaine ( Class A drug)
Name IT
Coke, charlie, snow, C.
Know IT
Cocaine is a white powder that can be snorted up the nose. Some users inject it.
The effects
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant.
The buzz creates a sense of well-being, making users feel alert and confident.
The effects last roughly 30 minutes.
Users are often left craving more.
People may also take more to delay the comedown ( tiredness and depression).
The Risks
Cocaine can cause heart problems and chest pain.
Heavy use of cocaine can cause convulsions.
Large or frequent doses over a short period can leave users restless, confused and paranoid.
Snorting cocaine may permanently damage the inside of the nose.
Users may find their habit expensive and hard to control.
Ecstasy ( Class A drug)
Name IT
E, fantasy, doves, mitsibushis, dolphins, Rolexes ( chemical name: MDMA)
Know IT
Ecstasy usually comes in tablets of different shapes, size and colour ( but often white).
The effects of MDMA are unpredictable.
A tablet might not contain MDMA. Other drugs which might be sold as MDMA can have very different effects.
Ecstasy is a Class A drug.
The Effects
Users can feel alert and in tune with their surroundings and with other people too.
Sound, colour and emotions can seem much more intense.
The energy buzz from ecstasy means users may dance for hours.
The effects last anything from 3 to 6 hours.
The Risks
As ecstasy starts working ( known as 'coming up') users may feel a tightening of the jaw, nausea, sweating and an increase in heart rate.
The comedown can leave users feeling tired and depressed, often for days.
Use has been linked to liver and kidney problems.
Studies into the effects of ecstasy are still at an early stage. However, research shows that MDMA dramatically affects the brain chemistry of animals.
There have been about 60 ecstasy-related deaths in the UK.
Note
Ecstasy affects the body's temperature control. Dancing for long periods in a hot atmosphere increases the chances of users overheating and dehydrating ( losing too much body fluid). The risks can be reduced if user:
1. Chill out regularly.
2. Sip about a pint of non-alcoholic fluid such as fruit juice, isotonic sports drinks or water every hour.
Motto: To provide information to united kingdom students
copyright @2000 - 2003 studentinfor.bizland.com! inc . All rights reserved
|
Anabolic Steroids ( Class C drug)
Name IT
Trade names include: Sustanon 250, Deca-Durabolin, Dianabol, Anavar and Stanozolol. May be referred to by users as 'roids.
Know IT
Anabolic steroids can only be sold lawfully by a pharmacist to someone with a doctor's prescription.
While possession isn't illegal without a prescription, supply is against the law and Class C penalties apply.
Anabolic steroids are similar to, and include, the male hormone, testosterone.
They are used in medicine to treat anaemia and muscle weakness after surgery.
Don't confuse them with the type of steroids used to treat eczema/asthma.
Some body-builders and athletes use anabolic steroids, as well as people who think it'll improve their body image.
Some can be swallowed, but most need to be injected.
Use in sports is prohibited. A positive test for the drug can ruin a sporting career.
The Effects
Users claim steriods make them fell more aggressive and able to train harder.
With exercise, anabolic steroids can help build up muscle. However, there is some debate about whether they improve muscle power and athletic performance.
They help users to recover from strenuous exercise.
The Risks
Taking anabolic steroids carries many health risks and can stop young people from growing properly.
The risks for MEN include: erection problems, breast growth, shrinking testicles, reduced sperm, and even sterility, acne, increased chance of heart attack and liver failure.
The risks for Women include: growth of facial hair, deepening voice, shrinking breasts, messed-up menstrual cycle, spots, possible miscarriage and stillbirth.
Some effects, such as change in breast size, may be irreversible without surgery.
Injecting into veins can be dangerous and injecting into muscles can damage nerves and veins. Sharing needles or syringes puts users at risk of dangerous infections like hepatitis and HIV.
Cocaine ( Class A drug)
Name IT
Coke, charlie, snow, C.
Know IT
Cocaine is a white powder that can be snorted up the nose. Some users inject it.
The effects
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant.
The buzz creates a sense of well-being, making users feel alert and confident.
The effects last roughly 30 minutes.
Users are often left craving more.
People may also take more to delay the comedown ( tiredness and depression).
The Risks
Cocaine can cause heart problems and chest pain.
Heavy use of cocaine can cause convulsions.
Large or frequent doses over a short period can leave users restless, confused and paranoid.
Snorting cocaine may permanently damage the inside of the nose.
Users may find their habit expensive and hard to control.
Ecstasy ( Class A drug)
Name IT
E, fantasy, doves, mitsibushis, dolphins, Rolexes ( chemical name: MDMA)
Know IT
Ecstasy usually comes in tablets of different shapes, size and colour ( but often white).
The effects of MDMA are unpredictable.
A tablet might not contain MDMA. Other drugs which might be sold as MDMA can have very different effects.
Ecstasy is a Class A drug.
The Effects
Users can feel alert and in tune with their surroundings and with other people too.
Sound, colour and emotions can seem much more intense.
The energy buzz from ecstasy means users may dance for hours.
The effects last anything from 3 to 6 hours.
The Risks
As ecstasy starts working ( known as 'coming up') users may feel a tightening of the jaw, nausea, sweating and an increase in heart rate.
The comedown can leave users feeling tired and depressed, often for days.
Use has been linked to liver and kidney problems.
Studies into the effects of ecstasy are still at an early stage. However, research shows that MDMA dramatically affects the brain chemistry of animals.
There have been about 60 ecstasy-related deaths in the UK.
Note
Ecstasy affects the body's temperature control. Dancing for long periods in a hot atmosphere increases the chances of users overheating and dehydrating ( losing too much body fluid). The risks can be reduced if user:
1. Chill out regularly.
2. Sip about a pint of non-alcoholic fluid such as fruit juice, isotonic sports drinks or water every hour.
Motto: To provide information to united kingdom students
copyright @2000 - 2003 studentinfor.bizland.com! inc . All rights reserved
|
Cocaine ( Class A drug)
Name IT
Coke, charlie, snow, C.
Know IT
Cocaine is a white powder that can be snorted up the nose. Some users inject it.
The effects
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant.
The buzz creates a sense of well-being, making users feel alert and confident.
The effects last roughly 30 minutes.
Users are often left craving more.
People may also take more to delay the comedown ( tiredness and depression).
The Risks
Cocaine can cause heart problems and chest pain.
Heavy use of cocaine can cause convulsions.
Large or frequent doses over a short period can leave users restless, confused and paranoid.
Snorting cocaine may permanently damage the inside of the nose.
Users may find their habit expensive and hard to control.
Ecstasy ( Class A drug)
Name IT
E, fantasy, doves, mitsibushis, dolphins, Rolexes ( chemical name: MDMA)
Know IT
Ecstasy usually comes in tablets of different shapes, size and colour ( but often white).
The effects of MDMA are unpredictable.
A tablet might not contain MDMA. Other drugs which might be sold as MDMA can have very different effects.
Ecstasy is a Class A drug.
The Effects
Users can feel alert and in tune with their surroundings and with other people too.
Sound, colour and emotions can seem much more intense.
The energy buzz from ecstasy means users may dance for hours.
The effects last anything from 3 to 6 hours.
The Risks
As ecstasy starts working ( known as 'coming up') users may feel a tightening of the jaw, nausea, sweating and an increase in heart rate.
The comedown can leave users feeling tired and depressed, often for days.
Use has been linked to liver and kidney problems.
Studies into the effects of ecstasy are still at an early stage. However, research shows that MDMA dramatically affects the brain chemistry of animals.
There have been about 60 ecstasy-related deaths in the UK.
Note
Ecstasy affects the body's temperature control. Dancing for long periods in a hot atmosphere increases the chances of users overheating and dehydrating ( losing too much body fluid). The risks can be reduced if user:
1. Chill out regularly.
2. Sip about a pint of non-alcoholic fluid such as fruit juice, isotonic sports drinks or water every hour.
Motto: To provide information to united kingdom students
copyright @2000 - 2003 studentinfor.bizland.com! inc . All rights reserved
|
Ecstasy ( Class A drug)
Name IT
E, fantasy, doves, mitsibushis, dolphins, Rolexes ( chemical name: MDMA)
Know IT
Ecstasy usually comes in tablets of different shapes, size and colour ( but often white).
The effects of MDMA are unpredictable.
A tablet might not contain MDMA. Other drugs which might be sold as MDMA can have very different effects.
Ecstasy is a Class A drug.
The Effects
Users can feel alert and in tune with their surroundings and with other people too.
Sound, colour and emotions can seem much more intense.
The energy buzz from ecstasy means users may dance for hours.
The effects last anything from 3 to 6 hours.
The Risks
As ecstasy starts working ( known as 'coming up') users may feel a tightening of the jaw, nausea, sweating and an increase in heart rate.
The comedown can leave users feeling tired and depressed, often for days.
Use has been linked to liver and kidney problems.
Studies into the effects of ecstasy are still at an early stage. However, research shows that MDMA dramatically affects the brain chemistry of animals.
There have been about 60 ecstasy-related deaths in the UK.
Note
Ecstasy affects the body's temperature control. Dancing for long periods in a hot atmosphere increases the chances of users overheating and dehydrating ( losing too much body fluid). The risks can be reduced if user:
1. Chill out regularly.
2. Sip about a pint of non-alcoholic fluid such as fruit juice, isotonic sports drinks or water every hour.
Motto: To provide information to united kingdom students
copyright @2000 - 2003 studentinfor.bizland.com! inc . All rights reserved
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