Drug Addiction and the Effects on the Brain The prevalence of drug addiction in America has been an epidemic in the past fifty years because of the violence and tragedy of events where drug use was the catalyst. Cocaine‚ Methamphetamine‚ Ecstasy‚ Amphetamine‚ Heroin‚ LSD and many more abused drugs have destroyed many lives and families from constant abuse of the substances that emasculate the body with every dose. Even though the United States of America have illegalized most of fatal drugs‚ addicts
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was diagnosed as a chronic addict to amphetamine and barbiturate. The authors offered numerous clues to this addiction. Hilter can be seen moving his hand back and forth on his upper legs in a way consistent with amphetamine use in 1936 Olympic Games video1. The injections were widely believed to be multi-vitamins specially formulated for the Fuhrer‚ ceased on occasion‚ throwing Hitler into severe depression‚ a common symptom among newly abstinent amphetamine or cocaine addicts2. He engaged in all
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addiction as discuss which in turn affects the central nervous system that eventually leads to tolerance‚ physical dependence‚ sensitization‚ craving‚ and relapse The addictive drugs discussed in the article are opioids‚ cannabinoids‚ ethanol‚ cocaine‚ amphetamines‚ and nicotine all of which have various behavioural changes and withdrawal symptoms displayed. Firstly‚ Opioids are short term use of heroin or morphine that produces euphoria‚ sedation‚ and a feeling of tranquillity‚ it also produces tolerance
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crystal methamphetamine‚ which is the smoked form. Angiography may be normal but amphetamines may also be associated with beading of large arteries‚ or focal narrowing of arteries. Especially when used chronically and intravenously‚ amphetamines are the drugs most commonly associated with arrhythmias. This may be an acute hypersensitivity reaction‚ possibly caused by contaminants. People who abuse cocaine and amphetamines are less likely to present as clear cut strokes cases. They seem to have a more
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Psychoactive Drugs are chemical substances that alter behavior‚ mood‚ perception‚ or mental functioning. Through the consumption of substances many cultures have found ways to alter consciousness. Psychoactive substances apply their effects by transforming biochemical or physiological processes in the brain. The message system of nerve cells‚ or neurons‚ relies on both electrical and chemical transmission. Neurons rarely touch each other; there is a microscopic gap between one neuron and the next
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poetry is known in the literary community as a radical approach to literary genius‚ there is evidence to show that early beat poets such as Allen Ginseberg‚ Neal Cassady‚ and William Burroughs may have been influenced and affected by marijuana‚ amphetamines‚ and opiates while creating the literature that is now considered the foundation of beat poetry. Marijuana Marijuana may have played a part in the creative process for early Beat poets such as Allen Ginsberg‚ one of the founding fathers of the
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using Performance-Enhancing Drugs A serious problem in sports today is doping (e.g.‚ performance-Enhancing drugs) due to the fact these drug are dangerous when use at high doses; Especially Amphetamine‚ anabolic steroids‚ and the human growth hormone. Athletes who use performance-enhancing drugs not only risk their career but they also risk their lives. Is doping necessarily a bad thing? In 2004‚ sports academic Lincoln Allison argued
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(October 19th‚ 1993). Midgely‚ Carole‚ ‘Not mad‚ Not Bad‚ but Still Dangerous to Live With’‚ The Times‚ (January 11th‚ 2000). Robertson‚ Ian‚ ‘Is He Just William‚ or Dennis the Menace?’. The Times‚ (Decmeber 14th‚ 1995). Stuttaford‚ Dr Thomas‚ ‘Amphetamines May Calm Hyperactivity’‚ The Times‚ (April 24th‚ 1995). Weathers‚ Dr.‚ ‘New Fatal Drug to Pastor and Gas Station Operator’‚ Kingsport Times‚ (October 21st‚ 1937). Jane Wheatley‚ ‘The Attention Seekers’‚ The Times‚ (September 28th‚ 1996). Williams
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lead to death. Another example of stimulant drugs is Amphetamines. Dexedrine and Benzedrine are associated with this class of drug. These drugs stimulate the central nervous system and produce a sense of energy and alertness‚ talkativeness‚ heightened confidence‚ and a mood know as “high.” As well as increase concentration and reduce fatigue. Amphetamines also can cause a loss of appetite‚ increased anxiety‚ and irritability. When amphetamines are taken over a long period of time‚ it can cause feelings
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not under international control Drug Methamphetamine Amphetamine Cannabis oil Marijuana (herb) Hashish (resin) Cocaine salts Non-specified hallucinogens Non-specified Heroin Illicit morphine Opium Opium Prescription opioids Prescription opioids Prescription opioids Prescription opioids Other precursors Non-specified precursors Other sedatives and tranquillizers Opioids under national‚ but not under int. control Drug Methamphetamine Amphetamine Cannabis oil Marijuana (herb) Hashish (resin) Non-specified
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