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The Dangers of Substance Abuse: Know Your Limits to Stay Safe

Learn about the different types of substances, from alcohol to stimulants, their effects on the body, and the importance of responsible consumption to prevent harm. Stay informed to make smart choices for your well-being.

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The Dangers of Substance Abuse: Know Your Limits to Stay Safe

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  1. Substance Abuse =

  2. Alcohol -Depressant that slows down central nervous system -BAC .08 -Only thing that will get alcohol out of one’s blood system is TIME! -Physical Effects: Reaction time, coordination, depth perception, speed perception, and vision -Implied consent laws

  3. All The Same • 5 oz. 12 oz. 1 1/2 oz.

  4. OTC and Prescription Drugs -OTC-Purchased legally without a doctor’s Prescription (cold medicine, Tylenol, etc.) -Prescription drugs must be prescribed by a doctor, always ask if operating an automobile is safe while taking these.

  5. Other Depressants -Usually prescribed by doctors for patients with high levels of tension -Sleeping pills and tranquilizers

  6. Stimulants -Speed up the central nervous system -Amphetamines (speed), cocaine, crack

  7. Hallucinogens -Mind altering drugs that are illegal to sell or possess -Marijuana, PCP, LSD, and Hashish

  8. Narcotics -Strong depressant effect that can cause stupor, coma, and death. -Heroin, Codeine, Morphine

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