Mechanism of Action Pharmacodynamics. Methamphetamine is a particular compound of Amphetamine. Regular amphetamines are psycho-stimulants with similar effects to that of caffeine‚ though not as mild. Methamphetamine is a synthesized drug that is the most potent of amphetamines (Grilly‚ 2001). This is because a methamphetamine molecule is a molecule with methyl group added to the structure. This methyl group allows the drug to pass quicker through the blood brain barrier (Hart & Ksir‚ 2011)
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is such a huge problem in the US today here are a few facts Methamphetamine Characteristics · Meth- a powerful‚ long lasting‚ physical and psychological stimulant. Known by a variety of street names- meth‚ speed‚ crank‚ crystal‚ ice and glass. · Often powdery‚ meth may be found in variety of colors and it may emit a chemical odor. · Meth is swallowed‚ snorted‚ injected or smoked. · Meth is a highly addictive drug. Symptoms · Short-term use can result in increased heart rate‚ blood
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most addictive drugs available‚ it is known as Crystal Meth. This drug can be smoked‚ snorted‚ or injected. The drug is highly addictive due to the fact it gives the user a false sense of well-being and energy‚ which makes the user go beyond their physical limits while under the influence. After the high‚ which last between 12 to 20 hours‚ the user will go through extreme fatigue and depression. According to my brother‚ who is a recovering meth addict‚ “once you use the drug for the first time‚ you
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References Castillo‚ M. (2013‚ May 29). Diet soda erodes teeth as much as meth‚ crack: Case study. Diet soda erodes teeth as much as meth‚ crack: Case study. Retrieved September 16‚ 2013‚ from www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57586640/diet-soda-erodes-teeth-as-much-as-meth-crack-case-study/ This article basically just shows that soda can be as corrosive as harmful drugs such as meth. I think this article is useful when looking at corrosiveness of soda because we can know off jump that it can be corrosive
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• Harm reduction compared to crime and punishment The stimulant class of Drugs Neurology of Meth The brain contains neurons that ‘communicate’ with each other. This is how our body functions. In the brain of an abuser of Crystal meth the balance of dopamine and dopamine-like neurotransmitter is grossly affected. Crystal meth causes an elevation of neurotransmitters in the synapse. Crystal meth is so chemically similar to Dopamine and Norpinephrine that it produces the same effect in the
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Meth is very powerful drug even when taken in small doses‚ it can cause severe problems to your body and can be very harmful. This is a highly addictive drug that can kill you or cause severe damage to your body‚ whether you inject it‚ smoke it‚ snort it‚ or if you eat it‚ you still get the same effects no matter the way you abuse the drug. The short term effects of using meth even in small doses‚ can increase wakefulness‚ physical activity‚ and decrease appetite. Methamphetamine can
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PPER REPORTER: Mom is using meth‚ marijuana‚ pills and sometimes drinks in front of the child. Mom is out all hours of the night and has Jaxen with her. He is taken around gang bangers and it’s unfit; it’s not a lifestyle to live. The boyfriend sleeps all nights and works during the day at Fair Propane. He doesn’t know what’s going on. He is a good guy. Mom sells meth and pills; it’s unknown if it’s manufactured. Reporter believes mom was busted for meth in Lee Park. The drugs are accessible to the
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Stages in Preparing an Effective Outline for a Presentation Giving a presentation can be a daunting task‚ especially for those not inclined toward public speaking. Still‚ even people with poor speaking skills have the potential to give an effective presentation‚ no matter how large the audience. The key to delivering a compelling presentation is to prepare an effective outline. You will need to follow several guidelines to construct an organized and effective outline. Rhetorical Purpose • Identify
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Organizing Your Speech (all info from Metcalf‚ 2001) FIRST…We’ll talk about: a) How to write good outline b) How to structure body of your speech SECOND…We’ll talk about what makes good Introduction… THIRD…We’ll talk about what makes good Conclusion… FOURTH…We’ll talk some ideas for constructing your Speaking Notes. OUTLINING & BODY Writing an Outline important for several reasons: (1) It saves time (2) It makes sure your ideas presented in logical order (3)
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Interview Outline The person I am interviewing is she is 20 years old and a close friend of mine and we also went to school together and graduated together. I have known her since the 4th grade so I pretty much know how she is and what her attitude is like. And I do have her permission to interview her for this paper for class. Questions: 1. Does this person feel he/she is better at tasks when intrinsically motivated or extrinsically motivated? Motivation (Ch 9)
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