AMPHETAMINES

Can give high energy and focus

Found in Speed

Effects the Central Nervous system

Can suppress appetites Found in ADHD meds

Amphetamines

 Made by L. Edeleano in 1887

Not used until 1930s Completely man made. Composed of chemicals known as dextroamphetamine and levoamphetamine

Discovery

Amphetamines are classified as a stimulant

Short Term Effects: High energy Alertness increased body temp Increased Focus Lowered Appetite Euphoria Long Term Effects: Mental Illness Increased aggression Lack of Sleep Paranoia

Effects

May Cause: Stroke Heart Attack Kidney Failure Ulcers Damages the Mind: Psychosis Parkinsons Disease Comas Mood Swings

Physical and Mental Effects

 Originally used in Benzedrine inhalers Used to treat colds, asthma, hangovers and allergies in 30s Today, used in medicines to treat narcolepsy Used in Adderall which treats ADHD

Taken by:
Pills Snorted injections

Medical Uses

Can lead to: Stealing Arguments Over aggressiveness

Kids started taking the drugs to stay awake Athletes take it for a boost of energy Used in WWII for soldiers Popular in the 50s 90s. Slow decline today Coined the term Speed Kills

Drug in Families and Society

Treatment: Sites like http://www.amphetaminerisks.com have hotlines and aid for addicts Withdrawal can cause decreased energy, depression, and anxiety Statistics: Demand was high in the 90s In 1998, 18% of teens used the drug In 2000, 13% of teens used it There had been a 70% increase in the early 2000s There had recently been an Amphetamine salt shortage in 2012

Statistics and Treatment

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