Date Rape Drugs
CLUB DRUGS / DATE RAPE DRUGS
Club drugs are the alarming increase of dangerous substances that are being used by teens and young adults during parties, including dance clubs, bars and “raves”. These club drugs consist of substances as Ecstasy, GHB, Rohypnol and many others.
These substances are introduces into the parties and/or “raves”, which are set up by promoters in houses, barns, warehouses, clubs and secret locations. “Raves” are frequently advertised as alcohol-free, giving a false sense of security. These substances are used among the attendants of the “raves” and enables the user to dance for extended periods of time, which increases their blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature up to 108 degrees and puts them in serious risk of dehydration, hypothermia, heart or kidney failure, seizures or death.
Ecstasy, known as “E”, is found in a powder capsule and tablet form. This substance produces a “fake euphoria” for up to six hours, but produces serious and unpleasant side effects that can last up to 24 hours.
GHB, known as liquid ecstasy, is a depressant that has been involved in the poisonings, overdoes and “date rapes”. GHB is mistakenly considered a harmless drug that can be combined with alcoholic drinks, because it is virtually undetectable because it is odorless. GHB when used or ingested can cause severe breathing problems, confusion, memory loss, loss of consciousness, nausea or sudden coma.
Rohypnol, known as “Roofies”, is a benzodiazepine that is illegal within the U.S. It is a tasteless, odorless and dissolves quickly and easily into carbonated beverages. Similar to GHB, this substance has been involved with poisoning, overdoses, sexual assaults, and “date rapes”, which ultimately causes the victim to be unaware of the events.
Common traits of users of club drugs included muscle tension, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, blurred vision, tremors, rapid eye movement, chills, dehydration, seizures or strokes.
Club drugs are the alarming increase of dangerous substances that are being used by teens and young adults during parties, including dance clubs, bars and “raves”. These club drugs consist of substances as Ecstasy, GHB, Rohypnol and many others.
These substances are introduces into the parties and/or “raves”, which are set up by promoters in houses, barns, warehouses, clubs and secret locations. “Raves” are frequently advertised as alcohol-free, giving a false sense of security. These substances are used among the attendants of the “raves” and enables the user to dance for extended periods of time, which increases their blood pressure, heart rate, body temperature up to 108 degrees and puts them in serious risk of dehydration, hypothermia, heart or kidney failure, seizures or death.
Ecstasy, known as “E”, is found in a powder capsule and tablet form. This substance produces a “fake euphoria” for up to six hours, but produces serious and unpleasant side effects that can last up to 24 hours.
GHB, known as liquid ecstasy, is a depressant that has been involved in the poisonings, overdoes and “date rapes”. GHB is mistakenly considered a harmless drug that can be combined with alcoholic drinks, because it is virtually undetectable because it is odorless. GHB when used or ingested can cause severe breathing problems, confusion, memory loss, loss of consciousness, nausea or sudden coma.
Rohypnol, known as “Roofies”, is a benzodiazepine that is illegal within the U.S. It is a tasteless, odorless and dissolves quickly and easily into carbonated beverages. Similar to GHB, this substance has been involved with poisoning, overdoses, sexual assaults, and “date rapes”, which ultimately causes the victim to be unaware of the events.
Common traits of users of club drugs included muscle tension, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, blurred vision, tremors, rapid eye movement, chills, dehydration, seizures or strokes.
MORE ON ECSTASY
What are the street names/slang terms for it?
Adam, Bean, E, Ecstasy, M, Roll, X, XTC
What is it?
MDMA or Ecstasy (3-4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) is a synthetic drug with amphetamine-like and hallucinogenic properties.
What does it look like?
Ecstasy comes in a tablet form that is often branded, e.g. Playboy bunnies, Nike swoosh, CK
How is it used?
Taken in pill form,users sometimes take Ecstasy at raves, clubs, and other parties to keep on dancing and for mood enhancement.
The hype:
"It'll be like you’re in love with everyone" and "You'll feel happier than you've ever felt. Ever..."
The reality:
"I had a throbbing head, a sore jaw from clenching it so much, and I felt totally anxious," "You know when someone comes up behind you and scares you so bad you almost cry? I had that kind of panic attack for six hours" and "I felt like I was having a heart attack."
What can happen while you're high?
Short-term effects can include involuntary teeth clenching, a loss of inhibitions, unusual displays of affection, transfixion on sights and sounds, muscle tension, nausea, blurred vision, and chills or sweating. After-effects can include sleep problems, anxiety and depression.
Ecstasy can cause severe dehydration, seizures and strokes. It can cause dramatic increases in body temperature and can lead to muscle breakdown, which can cause kidney failure. It can lead to liver and cardiovascular failure, which have been reported in some of the Ecstasy-related fatalities.
What can happen long term?
Repeated use of Ecstasy ultimately may damage the cells that produce serotonin, which has an important role in the regulation of mood, appetite, pain, learning and memory. There already is research suggesting Ecstasy use can disrupt or interfere with memory.
Adam, Bean, E, Ecstasy, M, Roll, X, XTC
What is it?
MDMA or Ecstasy (3-4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine) is a synthetic drug with amphetamine-like and hallucinogenic properties.
What does it look like?
Ecstasy comes in a tablet form that is often branded, e.g. Playboy bunnies, Nike swoosh, CK
How is it used?
Taken in pill form,users sometimes take Ecstasy at raves, clubs, and other parties to keep on dancing and for mood enhancement.
The hype:
"It'll be like you’re in love with everyone" and "You'll feel happier than you've ever felt. Ever..."
The reality:
"I had a throbbing head, a sore jaw from clenching it so much, and I felt totally anxious," "You know when someone comes up behind you and scares you so bad you almost cry? I had that kind of panic attack for six hours" and "I felt like I was having a heart attack."
What can happen while you're high?
Short-term effects can include involuntary teeth clenching, a loss of inhibitions, unusual displays of affection, transfixion on sights and sounds, muscle tension, nausea, blurred vision, and chills or sweating. After-effects can include sleep problems, anxiety and depression.
Ecstasy can cause severe dehydration, seizures and strokes. It can cause dramatic increases in body temperature and can lead to muscle breakdown, which can cause kidney failure. It can lead to liver and cardiovascular failure, which have been reported in some of the Ecstasy-related fatalities.
What can happen long term?
Repeated use of Ecstasy ultimately may damage the cells that produce serotonin, which has an important role in the regulation of mood, appetite, pain, learning and memory. There already is research suggesting Ecstasy use can disrupt or interfere with memory.
WHAT IS GHB
What are the street names/slang terms for it?
Easy Lay, G, Georgia Home Boy, Goop, Grievous Bodily Harm, Liquid Ecstasy, Liquid X, Max, Scoop, Soap
What is it?
GHB is predominantly a central nervous system depressant.
What does it look like?
GHB can be produced in clear liquid, white powder, tablet, and capsule forms. It is colorless and odorless. GHB has a salty taste; however it is often diluted in liquids and virtually undetectable. GHB is often manufactured in homes with recipes and kits found and purchased on the Internet.
How is it used?
In powder form, measuring a dose is fairly straightforward. In liquid form, GHB comes in a wide variety of concentrations with a single dose ranging from a few drops to a full glass.
The hype:
It makes everything fun and you feel relaxed, exhilarated, uninhibited and free.
The reality:
I woke up the next morning at a stranger's house without my clothes on. I was nauseous and my body felt totally numb. I get out in a coat closet for four and a half hours and my whole body had shut down. I woke up in a pool of blood and had no memory of what happened.
What can happen while you're high?
At lower doses, GHB can relieve anxiety and produce relaxation. Combining use with other drugs such as alcohol can result in nausea and difficulty breathing. GHB may also produce withdrawal effects, including insomnia, anxiety, tremors, and sweating.
What can happen long term?
Research on the long-term effects of GHB is unavailable.
Easy Lay, G, Georgia Home Boy, Goop, Grievous Bodily Harm, Liquid Ecstasy, Liquid X, Max, Scoop, Soap
What is it?
GHB is predominantly a central nervous system depressant.
What does it look like?
GHB can be produced in clear liquid, white powder, tablet, and capsule forms. It is colorless and odorless. GHB has a salty taste; however it is often diluted in liquids and virtually undetectable. GHB is often manufactured in homes with recipes and kits found and purchased on the Internet.
How is it used?
In powder form, measuring a dose is fairly straightforward. In liquid form, GHB comes in a wide variety of concentrations with a single dose ranging from a few drops to a full glass.
The hype:
It makes everything fun and you feel relaxed, exhilarated, uninhibited and free.
The reality:
I woke up the next morning at a stranger's house without my clothes on. I was nauseous and my body felt totally numb. I get out in a coat closet for four and a half hours and my whole body had shut down. I woke up in a pool of blood and had no memory of what happened.
What can happen while you're high?
At lower doses, GHB can relieve anxiety and produce relaxation. Combining use with other drugs such as alcohol can result in nausea and difficulty breathing. GHB may also produce withdrawal effects, including insomnia, anxiety, tremors, and sweating.
What can happen long term?
Research on the long-term effects of GHB is unavailable.