Methamphetamine Info |
| Methamphetamine is a powerful
central nervous system stimulant.
The drug works directly on the brain & spinal cord by
interfering with normal neurotransmission.
Neurotransmitters are chemical substances naturally
produced within nerve cells used to communicate with each
other and send messages to influence and regulate our
thinking and all other systems throughout the body.
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ICE Information
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What are its short-term effects?
irritability, aggression
anxiety, nervousness
convulsions, hallucinations
insomnia
increased blood pressure
loss of appetite
What are its long-term effects?
addiction
extreme paranoia, toxic psychosis
hallucinations, convulsions
repetitive behavior patterns
delusions of parasites or insects under the skin
stroke
heart and blood vessel toxicity
long-term damage to brain cells similar to that caused by strokes or Alzheimers disease
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Clandestine
Drug Labs |
These labs are not "glamorous"
nor rocket science. But make a mistake and these labs can
cause problems for a whole neighborhood. You should be
concerned if you suspect a drug lab near or in your home. The
chemicals used can cause explosions, respiratory problems and
death. 
Most
chemicals used to manufacturer Methamphetamine can be bought
at a locally. Having combinations of these chemicals (called
precursors) are illegal. Click
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Marijuana (Cannabis) Information
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What are some consequences of marijuana use?
May cause frequent respiratory infections, impaired memory and learning, increased heart rate, anxiety, panic attacks, tolerance, and physical
dependence.
Use of marijuana during the first month of breast-feeding can impair infant motor
development.
Chronic smokers may have many of the same respiratory problems as tobacco smokers including daily cough and phlegm, chronic bronchitis symptoms, frequent chest colds; chronic abuse can also lead to abnormal functioning of lung
tissues.
A study of college students has shown that skills related to attention, memory, and learning are impaired among people who use marijuana heavily, even after discontinuing its use for at least 24
hours.
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Club Drug Information
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| MDMA (Ecstasy)
Raves (Sometimes called "After hours Parties)are common settings for taking MDMA.
MDMA (AKA Ecstasy, X, etc.) is a semi-synthetic
chemical compound. In its pure form, it is a white crystalline powder. It
usually seen in capsule form, in pressed pills, or as loose powder. Average
cost ranges from $10-$30 (U.S.) a dose. Common routes of administration are
swallowing or snorting, although it can be smoked or injected as well.
Currently, MDMA is on the U.S. Schedule I of controlled substances, and is
illegal to manufacture, possess, or sell in the United States.
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Alcohol
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Alcohol is a drug!
Real Statistics:
Drinking and driving is the leading cause of death
among Oklahomans under the age of 30.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration,
36% of
traffic fatalities in Oklahoma were alcohol related.
In Oklahoma there is one alcohol-related fatality every 42
hours.
Anyone who registers a
blood alcohol concentration
of .08 or above on an approved breath testing device or refuses to submit to a
breath or blood test is subject to a 180-day driver's license revocation.
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