Transcript Drugs Today - Student Assistance Counseling

Current Drug
Trends
Heather Wombough, M.S., L.A.C., N.C.C.
What is Currently
“Popular”
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Heroin
“Molly”
LSD
DXM
Prescription Drugs
Salvia
Marijuana
Alcohol
Heroin
• In 2011 and 2012 combined, the [Bergen County]
Prosecutor’s Office counted 130 heroin-related
overdoses, 38 of which were fatal. 1
• On the rise in suburban towns
• Injected or snorted
• Connected to pain medicine
• Withdrawal
1http://www.northjersey.com/news/Suburbia_s_deadly_secret_
A_rising_death_toll_offers_tragic_proof_of_heroin_s_reach_acr
oss_North_Jersey.html
“Molly”
MDMA/Ecstasy
Re-branding success story
Parties/Concerts
Suicide Tuesdays – serotonin
Teeth grinding, anxiety,
insomnia, loss of appetite,
seizures
• Danger of over hydration,
dehydration, or hyperthermia
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LSD
• Hallucinogen
• Generally ingested through
tablets, on blotting paper
or a sugar cube
• Myth to cause a “good trip”
• Babysitting
DXM
Hallucinogen
Dextromethorphan
Mild disassociative state
As of 2008 – 10% of American
teenagers
• A.K.A. dex, red devils,
robo, skittles, tussin, syrup,
velvet
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Prescription Drugs
• Opiates
o Morphine, Codeine, OxyContin, Percocet, Vicodin
o Dreamy pleasant state of drowsiness
• Depressants
o Xanax, Valium, Ambien
o Mellow feeling, reduction of anxiety
• Stimulants
o Ritalin, Adderall, Focalin
o Performance enhancement, weight loss, euphoric high
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Salvia
Mint-Like Herb
Short, but intense, high
< 1 minute until effect
<30 minute high
Hallucinogenic
Salviadragon.com,
salviasupply.com,
salviacult.com
• “Smoke Shops”
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Marijuana
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Legalization
Can be laced
THC
Addiction
Increased Potency
Bongs, Joints, Blunts
Brownies
Baggies
Alcohol
• Binge Drinking
• Drug combinations
• Dangers include:
o Blacking out
o Passing out
o Vomiting
• Drinking & Driving
Signs of Depressant
Influence
• Includes Alcohol, and Prescription Depressants
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reduced social inhibitions
divided attention impairment
slowed reflexes
impaired judgment and concentration
impaired vision and coordination
slurred, mumbled or incoherent speech
a wide variety of emotional effects, such as euphoria,
depression, suicidal tendencies, laughing or crying for no
apparent reason, etc.
Aboutdrugs.us
Signs of Stimulant
Influence
• Includes Prescription Stimulants and “Molly”
o Increased alertness
o Hyperactivity
o Increased bodily functions (heart rate, blood pressure, and
breathing)
o Enlarged pupils
o Anxiety
o Irritability
o Increased energy
o Changes in eating and sleeping patterns
o Hot and cold flashes
o Respiratory problems
o Hallucinations
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Signs of Hallucinogen
Influence
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Mood swings
Hallucinations
Jitteriness
Changes in heartbeat
Nausea
Chills
Numbness
Lack of coordination
Signs of Marijuana
Influence
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Slow thinking
Slow reflexes
Reduced coordination
Problems concentrating
Reduced motivation
Dilated pupils
Bloodshot or glassy eyes
Dryness of the mouth
Increased appetite
Mood swings
Panic attacks
Anxiety and paranoia
Psychosis
Hallucinations
Delusions
Signs of Opiate Influence
• Includes Heroin and Prescription Painkillers
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Slow breathing
Flushed skin
Pinpoint pupils
Drowsiness
Nausea and vomiting
“Nodding Off”
Why Teens Use Drugs?
• Common risk factors for teen drug abuse include:
o A family history of substance abuse
o A mental or behavioral health condition, such as depression, anxiety or
attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
o Early aggressive or impulsive behavior
o A history of traumatic events, such as experiencing a car accident or
being a victim of abuse
o Low self-esteem or poor social coping skills
o Feelings of social rejection
o Lack of nurturing by parents or caregivers
o Academic failure
o Relationships with peers who abuse drugs
o Drug availability or belief that drug abuse is OK
http://www.mayoclinic.org/teendrug-abuse/art-20045921
What Parents Should
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Smell like cologne or spray
Eye drops
Coming home in different clothes
Basement
Child goes straight to bathroom/takes a shower
Large sums of money
Always asking for money – not seeing any return
Bartering
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Ask your teen's views. Avoid long, boring lectures. Instead, listen to your
teen's opinions and questions about drug use. Observe your teen's
nonverbal responses to see how he or she feels about the topic.
Encourage your teen to talk by making statements instead of asking
questions. For example, saying, "I'm curious about your point of view"
might work better than "What do you think?"
Discuss reasons not to abuse drugs. Avoid scare tactics. Emphasize how
drug use can affect things important to your teen — such as sports,
driving, health and appearance. Explain that even a teen can develop a
drug problem.
Consider media messages. Some television programs, movies, websites
or songs glamorize or trivialize drug use. Talk about what your teen has
seen or heard.
Discuss ways to resist peer pressure. Brainstorm with your teen about how
to turn down offers of drugs.
Be ready to discuss your own drug use. Think ahead about how you'll
respond if your teen asks about your own drug use. If you chose not to
use drugs, explain why. If you did use drugs, share what the experience
taught you.
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Potential for addiction
Interactions with other substances
Remember: Communicate and Set Limits
Utilize Resources to Help Your Teen
Heather Wombough, M.S., L.A.C., N.C.C.
Student Assistance Counselor
(201) 445-7700 x. 6239
[email protected]