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October Tips of the Month: Tips for
Teens About Hallucinogens
Hallucinogenic drugs are substances that
distort the perception of objective reality. The most well-known
hallucinogens include phencyclidine, otherwise known as PCP,
angel dust, or loveboat; lysergic acid diethylamide, commonly
known as LSD or acid; mescaline and peyote; and psilocybin, or
"magic" mushrooms.
Under the influence of
hallucinogens, the senses of direction, distance, and time
become disoriented. These drugs can produce unpredictable,
erratic, and violent behavior in users that sometimes leads to
serious injuries and death. Drownings, burns, fall, and
automobile crashes have also been reported.
The effect of hallucinogens
can last for 12 hours. Do you really want to lose control of
your body and mind for that long? Everyone reacts differently to
hallucinogens. There's no way to predict if you can avoid
a "bad trip." Using hallucinogens can effect learning and
memory. People under the influence of hallucinogens frequently
cause themselves physical harm or exhibit violent behavior
toward others.
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