Effects From Drug Abuse
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Methamphetamine
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Methamphetamine, also known as crystal meth, can cause wakefulness, hyperactivity and lack of appetite. Long-term usage leads to hallucinations, stroke and psychosis.
Amphetamines and Cocaine
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Amphetamines increase the heart rate, increase blood pressure, cause shaking, headaches, blurred vision, sweating and faster breathing. Long-term usage causes hallucinations and paranoia. Cocaine is a stimulant that is similar to amphetamines and the effects are similar.
Marijuana
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Marijuana is a gateway drug that leads to the use of stronger drugs. The effects are loss of coordination and mood swings. Long-term effects are paranoia and hallucination.
Heroin
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Heroin causes euphoria, wakefulness, sometimes sleepiness and confusion. Long-term usage can cause sudden lethal overdose.
Ecstasy
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Ecstasy is a stimulant that causes feelings of love and euphoria, mental stimulation and increased energy. It can cause nausea, chills, sweating, cramping and blurred eyesight. Lethal overdoses have been reported.
Prescription Drugs
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Abuse of prescription drugs such as Oxycontin, Vicodin and Demerol effects the central nervous system. Long-term usage may cause paranoia, high body temperatures and changes in heart rhythm.
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