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The Threat of Inhalants

The Threat of Inhalants. America’s most accessible drug. What are inhalants?. “Inhalants are volatile substances that produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to induce a psychoactive, or mind-altering effect”

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The Threat of Inhalants

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  1. The Threat of Inhalants America’s most accessible drug

  2. What are inhalants? • “Inhalants are volatile substances that produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to induce a psychoactive, or mind-altering effect” • Though other substances can be inhaled, those classified as inhalants are rarely taken through other methods (injection, smoking, etc.)

  3. What substances are involved? • Volatile Solvents • Liquid at room temp. • Examples: paint thinner, gasoline, and correction fluid • Aerosols • Sprays that contain propellants • Examples: spray paint, vegetable oil sprays for cooking, air fresheners • Gases • Gases used in household products or in medical settings • Examples: ether, nitrous oxide (whipped cream dispensers), butane lighters • Nitrites • Least common – are prohibited by the Consumer Product Safety Commission • Examples: leather cleaner, and video head cleaner

  4. YouTube Video Dusting Dangers

  5. What are the hazards? Source: National Institutes of Health Publication Number 10-3818

  6. YouTube Video Dangers of Inhalant Abuse

  7. What are some the signs? • Chemical odors or stains on breath or clothing • Reddened, irritated eyes and rash around the mouth • Sneezing and sniffling • Hidden empty containers (such as spray paint cans) • Hidden chemical-soaked rags or clothing • Slurred speech and unsteady coordination • Nausea or loss of appetite • Headaches and dizziness • Irritability • Depression • Inattentiveness

  8. How do I keep my child safe? • Inhalants are often the easiest and first options for abuse • Talk to your children about drug abuse early. • 2008 survey by the University of Michiganfound highest rates of inhalant use among school aged children appears in the 8th grade (see right).

  9. YouTube Video Reports on Jenkem

  10. Is this report true? • Most now regard Jenkem as a hoax • “There have been reports that Jenkem does indeed provide a high for inhabitants of the world's poorest countries,” but is highly unlikely that we will see widespread use in the U.S. (Haines). • Parents should be aware of current drug trends, but make sure that facts are valid. • Good sources of information include:-- National Institute on Drug Abuse www.nida.nih.gov-- Partnership for a Drug Free America www.drugfree.org

  11. Sources • National Institutes of Health. National Institute on Drug Abuse. Publication Number 10-3818. Revised July 2010. • Haines, Lester. “Schools warned of chilling 'Strawberry Meth' menace.” The Register Online. 5 March 2008. http://www.theregister.co.uk/2008/03/05/strawberry_meth/ • YouTube. FOX 19 News - "Dusting Dangers." 1 Dec. 2006. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCTht3vQGUk&feature=related • YouTube. The Dangers of Inhalant Abuse - :60 PSA. 16 Nov. 2006. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSWt8UMRsdY&feature=related • YouTube. Fox News Reports on Jenkem. 7 Nov. 2007 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UsNbsjpuLc

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