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Through long term use, effects of marijuana include: damage to the lungs (by smoking), increased chance of heart attack or heart problems, lowered IQ, memory problems, increased chance of stroke and an altered brain structure.

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Marijuana delivers a euphoric high when taken in a small amount, however, if a person takes too much, they may experience: paranoia, increased heart rate (risk of heart attack), lowered reaction time, hallucinations, increased risk of stroke, etc.

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Marijuana is typically smoked (in various ways) or eaten in food/drinken (e. g. pot brownies or gummies...).

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Marijuana has many other names. Common ones include: weed, pot, grass, herb, Mary Jane. Other names include: Hash, Blunt, Ashes, Ganja, Roach, etc. I do know those who have used, or currently use, this drug and mainly call the substance by the names of weed and pot.

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Marijuana is a drug of dried leaves from the Cannabis sativa plant. It can be used for medical purposes, which is a topic long debated, however it is also widely used for recreational purposes. The chemicals in marijuana cause the high, euphoric feeling like all drugs.

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Long term use hold many consequences, such as: extreme weight loss, severe dental problems, itching, anxiety, confusion, sleeping problems, paranoia, hallucinations, and violent behavior.

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Short term effects can cause decreased appetite, faster breathing, increased wakefulness, faster heart rate, increased body temperature.

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Meth can be smoked, swallowed as a pill, snorted or injected.

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Methamphetamine is most commonly called meth or crystal meth. However, it can also be known by the slang terms of: Ice, Speed, Glass, Chalk, Poor Man's Coke, Crystal, etc.

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Methamphetamine is a stimulant that can be prescribed to ADHD patients or even some obese patients. It gives off a euphoric feeling that quickly fades.

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Long term effects consist of: insomnia, brain damage, convulsions, degenerated nerve branches (in the body), and reduction in overall brain mass.

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Short term effects range from: nausea, chills, muscle cramping, blurred vision, sweating, irritability, sleep problems, anxiety, decreased appetite, and memory problems.

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Most of the time, ecstasy is taken as a pill, however it can also be taken in liquid form or snorted.

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MDMA is also known as ecstasy or Molly. SLang names include: Love Drug, Hug Drug, The Party Drug, Vitamin X, Adam, Rolls, Happy Pill, etc.

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MDMA is a synthetic drug that impacts mood and perception. It increases hormones that influence mood, energy, and blood pressure. It is sometimes taken with other drugs.

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Hallucinogen -          3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine           (MDMA)

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Hallucinogen -          3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine           (MDMA)

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Long-term effects of cocaine abuse include: loss of the sense of smell, severe bowel decay, an increased risk for HIV or other bloodborne diseases and impaired judgement.

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Short term effects caused by cocaine are: extreme happiness, high energy, mental alertness, hypersensitivity, irritability and paranoia.

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Cocaine can be snored through the nose, spread on the gums, injected or smoked.

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Benzoylmethylecgonine is commonly known as cocaine. Slang terms for cocaine are: Angel Dust, Coke, Crack, Snow, Nose Candy, etc.

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Benzoylmethylecgonine is an addictive stimulant derived from the coca plants of South America. Though it can be used for medical purposes, it is mostly taken illegally because of the euphoric feeling when it is used.

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Long term effects of abuse consist of: short term memory impairment, blurred vision, social isolation, lack of muscle coordination, depression, suicidal thoughts, tremors, chest pain, etc.

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Short term side effects can cause conditions such as drowsiness, slurred speech, memory problems, impaired coordination, etc.

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Xanax can be taken as a liquid, tablets or by being dissolved in water. It is most often taken as a tablet.

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Alprazolam is also called Xanax, a name most people associate with the drug.

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Alprazolam is a prescription drug used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. It is classified as a benzodiazepine, a groups mainly used for treating anxiety. Alprazolam is usually taken for quickly providing feelings of relaxation.

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A drug is a chemical substance that affects the normal functions of the brain and interfere with the functions of neurons. These interruptions may lead to tolerance, dependency, and eventually, addiction. The substance disrupts the release of the hormone dopamine, a reward response in the brain that gives off feelings of pleasure and satisfaction (usually from eating, drinking, sexual intercourse, etc.). This release of extra dopamine is stronger than a natural cause, which leads to a higher significance of the substance over eating or basic functions that release dopamine. As the abuser continues to crave the intense feelings of pleasure, he/she repeats the substance, forming a habit that feels less pleasurable because the body adjusts to the dopamine. With the brain's normal functions already deterred, the abuser will keep increasing dosage each time to feel euphoria. This process is known as addiction, a dependency on a substance.