Pcp Substance Abuse
2013年12月9日
Drug Abuse - Overview - NY Times Health
Drug Abuse Overview
Drug abuse is the use of illicit drugs, or the abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The abuse of legitimate drugs (prescription or over-the-counter) can happen when people use the drugs in a manner or in quantities other than directed, or for purposes that are not legitimate. See also drug abuse first aid and drug abuse and dependence. Reference from A.D.A.M.
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Heroin abuse; Substance abuse; Marijuana abuse; Illicit drug abuse; Narcotic abuse; Cocaine abuse; Hallucinogen abuse; PCP abuse; LSD abuse
MARIJUANA
About 2 in 5 Americans have used marijuana (also called "grass," "pot," "reefer," "joint," "hashish," "cannabis," "weed," …show more content…
Inhalant use typically involves younger teens or school-age children. Groups of children will use inhalants usually as an experiment. Commonly abused inhalants include model glue, spray paints, cleaning fluids, gasoline, liquid typewriter correction fluid, and aerosol propellants for deodorants or hair sprays. The chemicals are poured into a plastic bag or soaked into rags, then inhaled. The drugs are absorbed through the respiratory tract and an altered mental state is noted within 5 - 15 minutes. Adverse effects associated with inhalant abuse include liver or kidney damage, convulsions, peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), brain damage, and sudden death. Most inhalant use occurs amongst teens or preteens who do not have access to illicit drugs or …show more content…
Comprehensive residential treatment programs monitor and address potential withdrawal symptoms and behaviors. These programs incorporate behavior modification techniques, and they are designed to get the user to recognize his behavior. Treatment programs include counseling both for the person (and perhaps family), and in group settings. Drug abuse treatment programs have a long after-care component (when the user is discharged from the medical facility), and provide peer support. Drug addiction is a serious and complicated health condition that requires both physiological and psychological treatment and support. It is important to have an evaluation with a trained professional to determine appropriate
Drug Abuse - Overview - NY Times Health
Drug Abuse Overview
Drug abuse is the use of illicit drugs, or the abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The abuse of legitimate drugs (prescription or over-the-counter) can happen when people use the drugs in a manner or in quantities other than directed, or for purposes that are not legitimate. See also drug abuse first aid and drug abuse and dependence. Reference from A.D.A.M.
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Heroin abuse; Substance abuse; Marijuana abuse; Illicit drug abuse; Narcotic abuse; Cocaine abuse; Hallucinogen abuse; PCP abuse; LSD abuse
MARIJUANA
About 2 in 5 Americans have used marijuana (also called "grass," "pot," "reefer," "joint," "hashish," "cannabis," "weed," …show more content…
Inhalant use typically involves younger teens or school-age children. Groups of children will use inhalants usually as an experiment. Commonly abused inhalants include model glue, spray paints, cleaning fluids, gasoline, liquid typewriter correction fluid, and aerosol propellants for deodorants or hair sprays. The chemicals are poured into a plastic bag or soaked into rags, then inhaled. The drugs are absorbed through the respiratory tract and an altered mental state is noted within 5 - 15 minutes. Adverse effects associated with inhalant abuse include liver or kidney damage, convulsions, peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage), brain damage, and sudden death. Most inhalant use occurs amongst teens or preteens who do not have access to illicit drugs or …show more content…
Comprehensive residential treatment programs monitor and address potential withdrawal symptoms and behaviors. These programs incorporate behavior modification techniques, and they are designed to get the user to recognize his behavior. Treatment programs include counseling both for the person (and perhaps family), and in group settings. Drug abuse treatment programs have a long after-care component (when the user is discharged from the medical facility), and provide peer support. Drug addiction is a serious and complicated health condition that requires both physiological and psychological treatment and support. It is important to have an evaluation with a trained professional to determine appropriate