1. Marijuana, Inhalants, and Steroids
Mrs. Vogel
Health 10-12

2. Marijuana Hay Pot Doobies Reefer Tea Weed Mary Jane Herb Leaf Joint
Buds
Grass
Pot
Reefer
Weed
Herb
Joint
Smoke

3. Marijuana
Illegal drugs don’t come with warning labels that help you make smart decisions.
Drugs can be mixed with unknown chemicals and have unexpected effects on your health.
Pcp, crack cocaine, mold spores, salmonella, bacteria.
Misusing any drugs can have serious consequences to your health.

4. Marijuana
Marijuana- is a plant whose leaves, buds, and flowers are usually smoked for their intoxicating effects. (also known as grass, weed, or pot).
Most Widely used illegal drug.
Hashish or Hash is a stronger form of marijuana.

5. Marijuana
Considered a Gateway Drug, a drug that can lead to the user to try other, more dangerous drugs.
Teens who use marijuana are 15 times more likely to try cocaine than a teen who has never used marijuana.
All forms of marijuana are mind-altering and can damage the users health, lead to risky behaviors and even death.

6. Marijuana Psychoactive- mind altering
Chemical Compound found in Marijuana
THC
Tetrahydrocannabinol
The more THC in Marijuana more likely user will suffer from long-term consequences

7. Health Risks of Marijuana
Hallucinations and paranoia
Impaired short-term memory, reaction time, concentrations and coordination
Permanent memory impairment
Desired initiative and ambition
Bloodshot eyes, dry
Distorted reality

8. Health Risks of Marijuana
Respiratory System
Kills cilia in the lungs
Excessive buildup of phlegm
Develop chronic cough which lead into:
Bronchitis
Emphysema
Lung Cancer
Cardiovascular System
Raises heart rate
Raises blood pressure
Increase premature stroke
Increase premature heart attack

9. Health Risks of Marijuana
Mouth Cancer
Larynx Cancer
Upper Jaw Cancer
Muscles
Slow reaction time
Interfere with normal muscular reflexes

10. Health Risks of Marijuana
Stomach
Increase appetite
Slows digestive process
Nausea
Immune System
Weaken
Diseases
Infections

11. Health Risks of Marijuana
Female
Reproductive System
Disrupts menstrual cycle
Fertility problems
Male
Reproductive System
Lowered sperm count
Formation of irregular sperm cells

12. Physical Consequences of Marijuana Use
Marijuana smoke contains more cancer- causing chemicals than tobacco smoke. (over 4000 chemicals absorbed into the body)
Marijuana users often inhale the unfiltered smoke, which will cause damage to the respiratory system.
Damage the immune system, more susceptible to infections.
Risk to the reproductive system

13. Mental and Emotional Consequences
Raises levels of the brain chemical called dopamine (this chemical produces a pleasurable feeling).
In some users, Marijuana triggers so much dopamine that users reach a feeling of intense well-being or elation called a “high”
When users stop, there is an abrupt letdown which is called a “crash”

14. Mental and Emotional Consequences
Can experience slow mental reflexes and may suffer from sudden feelings of anxiety and paranoia.
Paranoia- an irrational suspiciousness or distrust of others.
Activates Cannabinoid Receptors which controls memory, thought, concentration, time, depth perception and coordinated movement.
User might feel dizzy, have trouble walking, and have a hard time remembering things that just happened.

15. Mental and Emotional Consequences
Short-term memory is affected, which can lead to problems at school and work.
Distorted perception, loss of coordination, and trouble thinking and problem solving
Few hours after use a person may become very sleepy.
These consequences can be deadly if the user is driving a vehicle.

16. Driving and Marijuana Use
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates % of drivers involved in car crashes were on drugs.
DUI of marijuana can be dangerous. It interferes with…
Depth perception
Impaired reaction time and judgment
Sleepiness
Slow reflexes

17. Driving and Marijuana Use
Legal consequences of a DUI
Suspension of a driver’s license
Fines
Loss of eligibility for federal college loans
Possible a jail term
If injury or death of another person
May face serious legal prosecution

18. Marijuana Addiction
Tolerance- the need for increased amounts of marijuana to achieve the same effect
Unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control marijuana use
Greater amounts of time spent using and obtaining marijuana
Less interest in social, school, or recreational activities

19. Spice/K2 Use can trigger… Intense hallucinations Blurry Vision
Elevated Blood Pressure
Fast Heart Beat
Nausea
Vomiting
Seizures
Loss of consciousness

20. Inhalants
Inhalants- are substances whose fumes are sniffed or inhaled to give effect.
Some inhalants are prescribed by doctors to treat allergies, asthma, and other medical conditions.
Some substances are inhaled to achieve a high (solvents, aerosols, glues, paints, varnishes, and gasoline). This can cause brain damage

21. Inhalants Depress the central nervous system.
Immediate effects include
Glassy stare
Slurred speech
Impaired judgment
Nausea
Coughing
Nosebleeds
Fatigue
Lack of Coordination

22. Inhalants Using inhalants can cause permanent loss of brain cells
Long-term use can cause
Liver and kidney damage
Blindness
Brain damage
Paralysis
Cardiac arrest
Death

23. Inhalants
Can be accidentally inhaled when doing household chores. When using inhalants, work in a well-ventilated room wear a mask if a project requires long exposure to the fumes

24. Consequence of Steroid Use
Anabolic-androgenic steroids- are synthetic substances similar to male sex hormones.
Anabolic= muscles building
Androgenic= increased male characteristics.

25. Consequences of Steroid Use
Steroids may be prescribed for some medical conditions, but using steroids without medical supervision is dangerous.
Steroid use can result in unnatural muscle growth.
With physical conditioning, steroids can increase muscle strength, but the tendons and ligaments do not get stronger which leads to injury

26. Consequences of Steroid Use
Other side effects:
Weight gain
Acne
High Blood Pressure
Liver and Kidney Tumors
Steroid users who inject the drug may contract HIV or hepatitis B

27. Consequences of Steroid Use
May also contain…
Violent behavior
Extreme mood swings
Depression
Paranoia
Effects on males
Shrinking testicles
Reduced sperm count
Baldness
Development of breasts
Increased risk of prostate cancer

28. Consequences of Steroid Use
Effects on females
Facial hair
Baldness
Menstrual cycle changes
Deepened voice
Nonmedical use of steroids is illegal
Athletes who use steroids can face expulsion from a team or event, monetary fines, tarnished reputation and jail time