Chapter 14
Drugs
Lesson 2
Marijuana and Other
Illegal Drugs
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Dried leaves and flowers of the hemp plant, called
▪ marijuana
cannabis sativa
▪ THC The main active chemical in marijuana
▪ amnesia Partial or total loss of memory
▪ anabolic Synthetic substances related to the male sex
steroids hormones
In this lesson, you will learn to
▪ describe the effects and risks of marijuana.
▪ identify the most commonly used club drugs.
▪ explain the reasons that teens abuse anabolic steroids.
▪ list the physical effects of anabolic steroids.
Finding the Main Idea
Major Headings in this Lesson
• What Is Marijuana?
For each major heading
• What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
in this lesson, write one
• What Are Club Drugs?
sentence that states the • Date Rape Drugs
main idea. • Anabolic Steroids
• Teens and Steroid Use
What Is Marijuana?
Marijuana is commonly called pot, weed, grass.
marijuana Dried leaves and flowers of the hemp
plant, called cannabis sativa
What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) alters the way the
brain processes sensory information.
THC The main active chemical in marijuana
It is impossible to know what other harmful
substances may be mixed in with marijuana.
What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
Short-term Effects
Reduced reaction time
Reduced coordination
Impaired judgment
Increased heart rate
Increased appetite
Anxiety
Panic attacks
What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
Long-term Effects
Lung diseases, including cancer
Changes to the region of the brain that processes information
Depression
Anxiety
Personality disturbances
Loss of motivation, causing the user to fall behind in school
Problems with friends and family members
What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
Safety Risks
Risk of getting arrested
Users may say or do things that could get them into trouble
Impaired reaction time and coordination make driving dangerous
Impaired judgment can lead to risky behaviors
• Drinking alcohol
• Engaging in sexual activity, leading to a risk of sexually transmitted
diseases and unplanned pregnancy
What Are Marijuana’s Effects?
Each year more
Developing a than 12,000
Frequent users
tolerance often people seek
can develop a
leads to physical treatment for
tolerance
dependency addiction to
marijuana
What Are Club Drugs?
Club drugs take their names from dance clubs or
raves where they are often used.
Some people falsely believe that club drugs are safe
to use.
What Are Club Drugs?
The harmful effects of club drugs include:
• Hallucinations
• Paranoia
• Amnesia amnesia Partial or total loss of memory
When club drugs are mixed with alcohol, the effects
of both substances are increased.
Ecstasy
The scientific name for ecstasy is MDMA.
Ecstasy speeds up the central nervous system,
making a person feel very alert, or “hyper.”
Ecstasy
Effects of Taking Ecstasy
Increased heart rate Chills
Nausea Sweating
Anxiety Increased sense of confidence
Elevated blood pressure Feelings of well-being
Dizziness Loss of appetite
Date Rape Drugs
Rohypnol, commonly called roofie, is a club drug that
works by suppressing the central nervous system.
Characteristics of Rohypnol
Odorless Easily slipped into a person’s drink
The unwilling user is unaware of what
Colorless
is happening
Has no taste Produces amnesia
Date Rape Drugs
GHB is a depressant of the central nervous system.
Until 1992, GHB was available as an
over-the-counter drug used by bodybuilders to
increase muscle mass and decrease fat.
Date Rape Drugs
Ketamine, sometimes called Special K, is an
anesthetic used in medical procedures for humans
and animals.
A small amount of Ketamine produces hallucinations,
memory loss, and severe breathing problems–even
respiratory failure.
Anabolic Steroids
Physicians sometimes prescribe anabolic steroids
to treat growth problems, lung diseases, and skin
conditions.
anabolic steroids Synthetic substances related to the
male sex hormones
Steroids are most often abused by people who want
to enhance their athletic abilities.
Anabolic Steroids
Major Side Effects
Liver tumors
Cancer
Jaundice
High blood pressure
Kidney tumors
Severe acne
Trembling
Anabolic Steroids
Side Effects in Males Side Effects in Females
Shrinking of the testicles Growth of facial hair
Breast development Menstrual changes
Deepened voice
In NIDA’s 2004 Monitoring the Future study, 3.4% of high
school seniors reported using steroids at least once.
Source: NIDA Infofacts: High School and Youth Trends.
Citizenship
You can demonstrate good citizenship by encouraging
others to stay drug free. Find out about programs in your
school or community that educate teens on the dangers
of drug use. Identify what methods they use to reach
teens and find out how students can get involved.
Lesson 2 Review
What I Learned
Vocabulary What is THC?
Lesson 2 Review
What I Learned
Recall What are some negative consequences of using
anabolic steroids?
Lesson 2 Review
What I Learned
Explain What are two long-term effects of marijuana
use?
Lesson 2 Review
Thinking Critically
Analyze Why do you think steroid abuse is a concern in
competitive sports?
Lesson 2 Review
Thinking Critically
Hypothesize What might happen to a person who
unknowingly ingests Rohypnol while at a club?
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Chapter 14
Drugs
Lesson 2
Marijuana and Other
Illegal Drugs
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