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. 1Though it was originally created in the 1990s, according to Live Science, K2 hit the market back in 2006 as a type of incense. Typically, K2 packages are labelled “not for human consumption.”

2. It’s often touted as a natural mix of herbs and spices, but K2 is actually sprayed with a synthetic cannabinoid compound.
3. Like with real pot, K2 is typically smoked, although some users add it to water and drink it.

4. There are a number of nicknames for K2, including Yucatan fire, green giant, skunk, moon rocks, genie, zohai and spice.

5. Although smoking K2 can create a sensation that mimics marijuana, for some users it can also create extreme anxiety, confusion, paranoia, hallucinations and even death.

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if a women abuse k2 how it affects the fetus

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if a women abuse k2 how it affects the fetus

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be born small

have problems eating and sleeping

have problems seeing, hearing, and moving

be slow to develop

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substances have on brain functioning include memory, coordination, concentration, and sensory perception impairments.

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t’s hard to say how addictive K2 really is. There’s simply very little research into the drug and the chemicals used in it. But K2 does affects the central nervous system. And there’s some evidence that repeated use can cause users to develop a tolerance to K2.

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In addition to creating feelings of euphoria, K2 can provoke withdrawal and a dependence syndromes after chronic consumption. Persistance of drug craving even after K2 is out of the system is also possible, the characteristic symptom of any kind of drug addiction.

Although many may see K2 as a “safer” alternative to marijuana, K2’s observed effects in hospitals and drug treatment programs around the country can be much more powerful and dangerous than marijuana.

agitation

hallucinations

rapid heart rate

vomiting

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PSA announcement

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A 30 sec PSA on the synthetic Drug, Spice/ K2

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VIOLENT AND IRRATIONAL BEHAVIOR

PARALYZED AFTER SMOKING SPICE

I AM JUST NOT ALL THERE ANYMORE

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Synthetic drugs are those man-made chemical compounds that mimic the effects of illicit drugs, such as “Spice” and “K2”, which are synthetic marijuana products. Bath Salts are a synthetic amphetamine. All drugs of abuse that do not come from plant products or diverted pharmaceuticals could be categorized as synthetics.

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K2 products are smoked in joints or pipes, but some users make it into a tea. They are also sold as liquids to be vaporized and inhaled in e-cigarettes and other devices (liquid incense).

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SAMHSA’s National Helpline, 1-800-662-HELP (4357),(also known as the Treatment Referral Routing Service) is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders. This service provides referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations. Callers can also order free publications and other information.

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This is one of many synthetic cannabinoids composed of chemicals that is produced to mimic the effect of marijuana.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Synthetic_cannabinoids

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the side effects of k2 can be Short-term effects include increased agitation, pale skin, seizures, vomiting, profuse sweating, uncontrolled/spastic body movements, elevated blood pressure, heart rate and palpitations.

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percentage of the teens in the usa that use k2

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percentage of the teens in the usa that use k2

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Among 12th graders: 11.3 percent used K2 in 2012, which dropped to 7.9 percent in 2013. Among 10th graders: 8.8 percent used K2 in 2012, which decreased to 7.4 percent in 2013. Among 8th graders: 4.4 percent used K2 in 2012, which declined to 4.0 percent in 2013.Feb 27, 2014