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http://drugcentre.org.za/depressants/Mandrax

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Mandrax is a small tablet varying in colour that is highly addictive. Mandrax slows down the central Nervous System and has a sedative effect. Originally Mandrax pills were firm and white in colour, with Mx written on the side of the tablet. Currently Mandrax can be freckled, crumbly and may be grey, yellow or white. How is Mandrax used? Symptoms of Mandrax use:. Brown/Yellowish marks on hands. What are the effects of Mandrax? Aggression – when the high wears off.

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http://drugcentre.org.za/hallucinogens/Magic-Mushrooms

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Magic Mushrooms are hallucinogens or psychedelics and contain a substance known as psilocybin. Psilocybin and psilocin are the chemical components responsible for mind-altering effects and are found in about 40 different mushroom species. Mushrooms require warmth and sunshine for growth and so the abuse of magic mushrooms is generally seasonal. Also known as Shrooms. How are Magic Mushrooms used? What are the effects of Magic Mushrooms? Increased heart rate and blood pressure. Possi...

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http://drugcentre.org.za/services/prevention

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. The age of first time users is getting younger and younger – thus they are at greater risk of becoming addicted. South Africans, specifically those residing in the Western Cape, are all too aware of the large numbers of substance users in our communities. Apart from training people in how to work with substance users and treating those requiring help we have a responsibility to assist individuals when making choices around drugs. How do we assist? Follow us on Social Media.

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X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Looking back I now realise what I missed out on. At the age of 22 I started living. I felt like a teenager in an adult’s body. It took me a long time to catch up to others of my age. Many people think addiction is the only negative outcome of drug use. But most people, especially adolescents, will run into problems with drug and alcohol use way before they get to the point of addiction. You don’t have to be an addict or alcoholic to have a problem with drugs or alcohol.

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http://drugcentre.org.za/stimulants/cocaine

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Cocaine is a bitter-tasting white powder. It is a powerful stimulant that acts on the pleasure centres of the brain. The powder in its original form is mixed with talcum powder or teething powder to increase the quantity for the user. The end product is about 20% pure. Also known as coke (cocaine) and rocks (crack). How is it used? When smoking ‘crack’, the ‘high’ is more intense and immediate compared to the method of snorting. The HIT. When the user smokes, they will experience.

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http://drugcentre.org.za/depressants/dagga

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Dagga comes from the hemp plant Cannabis Sativa. It is normally green in colour and the head (flower) of the plant is smoked. It contains chemicals that affect the brain, heart, and lungs slowing down the Central Nervous System. Dagga comes in different forms that can be moist, dry or compressed. The main active chemical in dagga is THC which is the most potent chemical in dagga. These chemicals stay in the body for weeks as they are stored in fat. Also known as: Marijuana and.

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X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Central nervous system stimulants (Uppers). Drugs that stimulate the central nervous system and generally speed up all functioning, making the user feel pumped-up, energetic and euphoric are known as uppers. Accelerated speech, jumping from topic to topic. Decreased inhibitions, impaired judgement. Decreased functioning of the immune system. Examples of drugs that are uppers. Ecstasy is a stimulant with hallucinogenic properties. Sleeping patterns are disturbed/changed (insomnia).

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http://drugcentre.org.za/hallucinogens/LSD

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. LSD or “acid” is made in the laboratory and comes from a fungus that grows on rye grains and is called ergot. It comes in different forms such as white powder, liquid solution, tablet form and sometimes the LSD solution is injected into blotting paper with cartoon characters printed on them. It is an Hallucinogen that makes the individual experience auditory and visual hallucinations. Also known as Lysergic Acid Diethylamide. What happens to you once you take LSD? Sometimes when peo...

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http://drugcentre.org.za/depressants/Alcohol

X63;tdcc@iafrica.com. Alcohol is a liquid fermented with starches that slows down the body’s functioning. It is the most commonly used substance that affects the Central Nervous System responses, resulting in loss of co-ordination and judgement. Street names: Booze, Drinks, Dop, Jars and Juice. How is it used? Symptoms of Alcohol abuse:. Smell of alcohol on the user’s clothes or breath. Chewing gum, breath mints and freshener. Impaired co-ordination e.g. staggering walk. What are the effects of Alcohol?