Drug abuse is one of the major health concerns. It is very dangerous, but many of them do not know it exact effects. important to understand the short and long term effects of drugs and alcohol abuse on human. Here we discuss Discussion about some of the effects of commonly aborted drugs such as Alcohol, Marijuana and Cocaine.
Before discussing about the short and long term effects of these drugs, here is a brief overview on each drug.
Alcohol
Based on the most aborted drugs in America. More than half The main problem with alcohol is that many people many do not realize that they are getting addicted to it.
Marijuana
Marijuana is the most common aborted illitic drug in America. 16.7 million Marijuana abusers in 2009. It has similar effects as stimulants, depressants and hallucinogens. Marijuana smoke contains more carcinogens than tobacco smoke, creating a higher risk of lung diseases .
Cocaine
Cocaine, a strong stimulant to the central nervous system and is highly addictive. In 2009, there were 1.6 million current cocaine users aged 12 years or old.
Short term effects
Alcohol toxoxication causes behavioral changes, impairs brain function and motor skills, reduces susceptibility to pain. Alcohol intake also affects vision, narrowing down the visual field, reducing resistance to glare and decreasing the sensitivity to colors. Very high doses of alcohol can cause death. Alcohol if taken with other illic drugs can produce life threatening effects.
Marijuana: Short term effects of Marijuana include substantial increase in heart rate, bloodshot eyes, dry mouth and throat. Marijuana use also increase body temperature, appetite and drowsiness. Marijuana impairs the ability to drive a vehicle or work on a machine as it affects concentration, reaction time and coordination.
Cocaine: Immediate effects of cocaine use elevated blood pressure, dilated pupils, stuffy nose, heart and respiratory problems. Crack, a freebase form of Cocaine caused diluted pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated blood pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, hallucinations, Cocaine user may experience anxiety, restlessness, twitches, tremors, spasms, coordination problems, chest pain, nausea, seizures, respiratory arrest, and cardiac arrest. In some rare cases, first time use of cocaine can also cause sudden death.
Long term effects
Alcohol: Consuming large quantities of Alcohol for longer periods can lead to permanent brain, liver, pancreas and stomach damage. It may also lead to malnutrition, high blood pressure, lower resistance to diseases and gastro-intestinal problems. Heavy alcohol can cause cancer to vital organs such as esophagus, stomach, liver and pancreas.
Marijuana: Long term Marijuana abuse can reduce short term memory and ability to perform tasks requiring respiratory problems, lung damage, and even cancer.
Cocaine: Long term Cocaine users risk heart attacks, respiratory failure, strokes, seizures, nausea and abdominal pain, irregular heartbeat, chest pain and headaches.
Therefore, it is very important to stay away from drugs.
