https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur Made with the strength to succeed en-us 2016-08-24 02:37:38 UTC 2016-08-24 02:43:06 UTC hello@padlet.com russellwong https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509035 Drugs come in three basic forms; raw plant (like cannabis or mushrooms); refined plant (like heroin or cocaine) or synthetic (like ecstasy or amphetamine). Plant-baseddrugs like heroin and cocaine tend to be produced in the areas where the opium and/or coca leaves grow because the plants need special conditions.]]> 2016-08-24 02:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509035 russellwong https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509145 Scientists think that all addictive drugs activate the brain's 'reward system', by increasing the release of the chemical dopamine from neurons in key areas of the brain. Dopamine release occurs after pleasurable experiences, for example after food or sex, but can also be induced by some drugs.]]> 2016-08-24 02:39:41 UTC https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509145 russellwong https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509236 Illegal drugs aren't good for anyone, but they are particularly bad for a kid or teen whose body is still growing. Illegal drugs can damage the brain, heart, and other important organs. Cocaine, for instance, can cause a heart attack]]> 2016-08-24 02:40:19 UTC https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509236 russellwong https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509556 2016-08-24 02:42:37 UTC https://padlet.com/russellwong/r1ov1wypv3ur/wish/119509556