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What is Alcohol?In chemisty, an alcohol is an organic

compound in which the hydroxyl functional group (-OH) is bound to a carbon atom. Alcoholl is also a clear liquid made by fermenting or distilling grains, fruits or even some kinds of vegetables.

Nicknames: Booze, Brew, Chug, Cold One, Gargle, Goof, Giggle Juice, Hard Stuff, Hooch, Jack, Juice, Kool Aid, Mouthwash, Poison, Refreshment, Sauce, Shine, Swish, and Vino

Short-term and Long-term effectsShort term effects:

Slurred speech, Drowsiness, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Upset stomach

Headaches, Breathing difficulties, Distorted vision and hearing

Impaired judgment, Decreased perception and coordination Unconsciousness, Anemia (loss of red blood cells), ComaBlackouts (memory lapses, where the drinker cannot remember

events that occurred while under the influence)

Long term effects: Unintentional injuries such as car crash, falls, burns, drowning Intentional injuries such as firearm injuries, sexual assault, domestic

violenceIncreased on-the-job injuries and loss of productivity Increased family problems, broken relationships; Alcohol poisoning High blood pressure, stroke, and other heart-related diseases Liver disease; Nerve damage; Sexual problems; Permanent

damage to the brain Vitamin B1 deficiency, which can lead to a disorder characterized by

amnesia, apathy and disorientation; Ulcers Gastritis (inflammation of stomach walls) Malnutrition; Cancer of the mouth and throat

What is Cannabi?

Cannabisis is a genus of flowering plants that includes three putative varieties, Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica, and Cannabis ruderalis. It is an annual, dioecious, flowering herb.

Nicknames: Pot , Weed, Grass, Ganja, Skun, Hashish/Charas, Bhang, Hash oil, Reefe, Herb, Boom , Blubbers, and Gangster

Short-term and Long-term effectsShort-term effects

Sensory distortionPanicAnxietyPoor coordination of movementLowered reaction timeAfter an initial “up,” the user feels sleepy or depressed Increased heartbeat (and risk of heart attack)

Long-term effectsReduced resistance to common illnesses (colds, bronchitis, etc.)Suppression of the immune systemGrowth disordersIncrease of abnormally structured cells in the bodyReduction of male sex hormonesRapid destruction of lung fibers and lesions (injuries) to the brain

could be permanentReduced sexual capacityStudy difficulties: reduced ability to learn and retain informationApathy, drowsiness, lack of motivationPersonality and mood changesInability to understand things clearly

What is Opiate? In medicine, the term Opiate describes any

of the narcotic opioid alkaloids found as natural products in the opium poppy plant. Opium, Heroin, Morphine, and Fentanyl so on contain opiates, too.

Nickname for Opium: Big O, Black stuff, Block, Gum, Hop, Dover's powder

Heroin: Dope, Smack, H, Train, Thunder, Black tar, Junk, Henry, Horse, Skag, Hero, Hell dust

Morphine: M, Miss Emma, Monkey, White stuff, Dreamer

Fentanyl: Apache, Dance fever, Friend, Goddfella, TNT, Tango, Cash

Short-term and Long-term effectsShort-term effects

Hallucinations, Mood changes, DizzinessNausea, Severe allergic reactionConfusion, Itching, UnconsciousnessSuppression of pain, Coma, Euphoria

Long-term effectsCollapsed or scarred veinsContracting an infectious disease like HIV/AIDS or Hepatitis B

due to needle sharingBacterial infection, Abscesses (boils)Infection of heart lining and valves, Clogged blood vesselsBlood borne viruses, Arthritis, Liver diseaseKidney disease, Cell death in vital organsBrain damageOther severe withdrawal symptoms when the long-term user

stops usingDeath

What is Caffeine?

Caffeine is a bitter, white crystalline xanthine alkaloid and a stimilant drug. Caffeine is found in varying quantities in the seeds, leaves, and fruit of some plants.

Nicknames: Joe, Java, Coffee

Short-term and Long-term effects

• Headaches • Mood Swings • Severe Premenstrual Symptoms • Extreme Fatigue • Muscle Aches • Nausea • Loss of Appetite • Bowel Problems • Inability to Concentration • Confusion • Poor memory

What is Cocaine?Cocaine is a bitter, addictive pain blocker

that is extracted from the leaves of Erythroxylon coca. Cocaine is the most powerful stimulant of natural origin.

Nicknames: Aunt, Aunt Nora, Batman, Bazulco, Hubba

Bernice, Bernie, Bernie’s flakes, Bernie’s Gold Dust

Big bloke, Big C, Big flake, Big rush, C, C dust, C game, Candy C, Birdie Powder, Bouncing Powder, Bolivian Marching Powder, Blow, Stash, Girl, Snow, Star, Stardust, She.

Short-term and Long-term effects

Short-termConstricted blood vesselsDilated pupilsIncreased heart rateIncreased blood pressureIncreased body temperatureLong-termshortness of breath, severe chest pains, lung traumairregular heartbeat, heart attack, stroke, respiratory

failureseizures and headachesabdominal pain

What is Ecstasy?

Ecstasy (MDMA) is an illegal drug that acts as both a stimulant and hallucinogen, producing an energizing effect, as well as distortions in time and perception and enhanced enjoyment from tactile experiences.

Nicknames: X, E, XTC, Adam, Beans, Candy, Doves, E-bomb, Egg Rolls, Love Drug, Sweets, Thizz, Smartees, Vitamin E or Vitamin X etc.

Short-term and Long-term effectsShort-term

Impaired judgment, False sense of affectionConfusion, Depression, Sleep problemsSevere anxiety, Paranoia, Drug cravingsMuscle tension, Faintness and chills or swellingInvoluntary teeth clenching, Blurred vision, NauseaLong-termLong-lasting brain damage affecting thought and

memory Damage to portions of the brain that regulate critical

functions such as learning, sleep and emotion It is as if the brain switchboard was torn apart, then

rewired backwards Degenerated nerve branches and nerve endings Depression, anxiety, memory loss Kidney failure, Hemorrhaging, PsychosisCardiovascular1 collapse, Convulsions, Death

What is Meth?

Meth's full name is Methamphetamine, it is a highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system.

Methamphetamine is commonly known as "speed," "meth," and "chalk." In its smoked form, it is often referred to as "ice," "crystal," "crank," and "glass."

Short-term and Long-term effectsShort-term

Increased heart rate, blood pressure, body temperatureDilation of pupils, Disturbed sleep patterns, Loss of appetiteNausea, Bizarre, erratic, sometimes violent behaviorHallucinations, hyperexcitability, irritability, Panic and psychosisConvulsions, seizures and death from high dosesLong-termPermanent damage to blood vessels of heart and brain, high blood

pressure leading to heart attacks, strokes and deathLiver, kidney and lung damageDestruction of tissues in nose if sniffedRespiratory (breathing) problems if smokedInfectious diseases and abscesses if injectedMalnutrition, weight loss, Severe tooth decayDisorientation, apathy, confused exhaustionStrong psychological dependence, Psychosis, DepressionDamage to the brain similar to Alzheimer’s disease,3 stroke and

epilepsy

What is Tobacco?

Tobacco is an agricultural crop, most commonly used to make cigarettes. Tobacco is a nervous system stimulant that triggers complex biochemical and neurotransmitter discruptions.

Nicknames: Chew, Chaw, Dip, Cigs, Butts, snus, or snuff.

Short-term and Long-term effects

Short termIncrease in blood pressure. Heart rate goes up.Increase in flow of blood from heart.Arteries become narrow.Carbon monoxide reduces the oxygen content in the flow of blood

Long termSmoking can result in chronic lung disease.Use of tobacco can cause coronary heart disease.One can suffer from a stroke.Tobacco use can cause cancer of the lung, esophagus, larynx, bladderand mouth as well as oral cancer. Smoking can also cause cancer of the pancreas, cervix and that of kidney.Pregnant women who smoke can deliver low weight babies or babieswith physical and mental abnormalities. Infant death risk is there.Passive smoking or nonsmokers exposed to smoke let off by smokers can cause serious illnesses such as lung cancer, respiratory disease