Categories: All - caffeine - stimulant - regulation - addiction

by L Ford 5 years ago

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SUBSTANCES

Caffeine and methamphetamine are both stimulants with varying psychological and physiological effects, uses, regulations, and associated concerns. Caffeine, found in beverages and capsules, enhances mental alertness and physical energy but can lead to jitters, anxiety, and dependency.

SUBSTANCES

SUBSTANCES

PSYCHEDELICS

Tremors

Numbness

Sweatiness

Dryness of mouth

Weakness

Loss of appetite

Mood instability

Increased blood pressure

Memory loss

Bi-polar disorder

Psychosis

Take a "trip"
Relaxation
Pupil dilation
Increased body temperature

Illegal (Unless...)

Internationally

Legal in Brazil, Jamaica, The Netherlands, Bulgaria, and Samoa

Serotonin-like

Psilocybin/ Psilocin

DMT

Catecholamine-like

MDMA (Ecstacy)

Mescaline

Anticholinergic

Schopalamine

Spiritual practices
Rave-culture
Enhanced sensory experiences
Edible

'Shrooms

Peyote

"Tea"

Powder/ Capsule

PCP

LSD

Synthetics

OPIOIDS

Hypodermic needle

Oral

Pills

Overdose

Unconsciousness

Constipation

Shortened breath

Drowsiness

Decreased hormone production

Weakened immune system

Central Nervous System damage

Respiratory damage

Addiction/ dependence

Bradycardia

Heart failure

Hypotension

Gastrointestinal damage

"Normalness" (i.e. without pain)
Cough supressant
Anti-diuretic
Substance attaches to nerve cells to block pain signals from brain

Adderall

Ambien

Valium

Xanax

Pain management
Synthetic

Fentanyl

Methadone

Semi-Synthetic

Hydromorphone

Oxycodone

Natural

Codeine

Morphine

INHALANTS

Bag
Huff
Sniff

Hearing loss

Muscle weakness

Heart failure

Bone-marrow loss

Addictive

Organ damage

Nosebleed

Apathy

Poor judgment

Dizziness

Lack of coordination

Slurred speach

Increase heart rate

Disinhibition
Lightheadedness
Rapid "high"
Starves brain of oxygen
Simulates intoxication
Increases heart rate

By a licensed practitioner

Because the doctor said so

Not officially considered a controlled substance

However, 38 states have restrict the sales of inhalable products to minors

Volatile substances

Toxic fumes

Nitrites

Aerosols

Gases

Solvents

Anesthetic

Get "high"

Spray

Paint

Cooking

Hair

Gas

Laughing

Propane

Butane

Nitrite

Deodorizer

Chemical cleaner

Food

Gasoline

Marker ink

Paint thinner

Glue

METH

Swallow

Inject

Snort

Increased violence/ criminal activity

Hallucinations

Paranoia

Tooth decay

Decreased mental agility

Brain cell damage

Seizures

Increased exposure to HIV

Hypothermia

Anxiety

Head "rush" of euphoria
Increased energy
Rapid release of dopamine in high quantities

Federally legal with prescription

Treatment of narcolepsy

Treatment of ADHD

Ritalin

Desoxyn

Dextromethamphetamine hydrochloride

Treatment of obesity

Pill
Powder
Crystal

TOBACCO

Vape

Vape Pen

E-Cigarette

Smokeless

Chewing Tobacco

Snuff Tobacco

Smoke

Pipe

Hookah

Cigar

Cigarette

The Vaping Epidemic

Yet undocumented consequences

Unregulated chemicals

Increased use among minors

Lowered immune system

Reduced sense of smell

Decreased lung function

Mood swings

Increased heart rate

Shortness of breath

Lowered immune system

Decreased brain function

Various forms of cancer

Skin damage

Lung damage

Staining/ loss of teeth

Decreased stress
Increased relaxation
Improved concentration
Improved mood
Surge of adrenaline
Decreased appetite
Illegal until age 21+ in 18 states
Federally legal at age 18+

Socially

Cured leaves

CAFFEINE

Swallow (Capsules)
Drink

"Caffeine steals from tomorrow to give energy to today."

Decreased dexterity

Increase anxiety

Crash ("Jolt Effect")

Dehydration

Diarrhea

Unknown effects on pregnant women/ developing baby

Insomnia

May impact brain elasticity

Withdrawal symptoms

Nausea

Irritability

Headache

Addiction

Increase blood pressure

Blocks calcium absorption

Boosts brain function
Increased mental alertness
Inferred increase in physical energy
Jitters/ Restlessness
Diuretic
Unless you're Mormon
Totally legal/ unregulated
Stimulant

Habitually

See "Forms"

Capsules

Butlbital

Acetaminophen

Midol

Energy Drink

Soda

Tea

Coffee

CANNABIS

Apply

Patches

Lotion

Eat

Spreads/ Syrups

Gummies

Baked Goods

Inhale

Vaporize

Joint/ Blunt

Bong/ Pipe

Damage to internal organ

Failure

Cancers

Diseases

Potential for addiction

Decline in IQ/ memory/brain gray matter

Risk of stroke

Short-Term

Sustain a poor odor

Impaired judgment

Red eyes

Increased/ irregular heart-rate

Severe anxiety

Low reaction time/ poor coordination

Psychological Effects
CBD

None

THC

Euphoria

Physiological Effects
Cannabinoids in marijuana mimic the brain chemical anandamide to produce "joy" in the body
State

Recreationally legal

11 states

Medically legal

33 states

Federal

Illegal

Hallucinogenic
Depressant

Relieve stress/ get "high"

Ease the pain of ailments

Cancer

Epilepsy

Alzheimer's

Concentrate
Flower/ Bud

ALCOHOL

Routes of Admin.
Drink it up!
Concerns
Short-term

"Hangover"

Vomiting

Vision blurriness

Alcohol poisoning

Risk of harm to self/ others due to driving under the influence

Long-Term

Depression

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Increased crime/ violence due to drunkenness

Decreased satisfaction in life

High blood-pressure

Psychological Effects
Decreased inhibition
Increased confidence

Better pick-up lines

Better dance moves

Loss of empathy
Physiological Effects
"Depresses" Central Nervous System

Slows chemical reactions in brain pathways

Low reaction time
"Rosy" flush in face
Strain on organs

Pancreas

Liver

Regulation
International

Legal in most other countries at age 18

Illegal in 12 countries

USA

However, illegal to drink while driving/ to have a blood-alcohol content of 0.8% or higher

Presently legal for persons of age 21+ anyone

Illegal 1920-1933

Classification
(Possibly stimulant?)
Uses
Recreationally

Abuse

Socialize

Grieve

Celebrate

Medicinally

Pre-1900s (Not current)

Forms
Liquid

Hard Liquor

Beer/ Cider

Wine