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    Amphetamines are a class of stimulant drugs that were first synthesized in 1887 but were not commonly used until the 1930s. They work by increasing alertness, energy, and focus through their effects on the central nervous system. Short-term effects include increased energy and focus, but long-term use can lead to mental health issues, lack of sleep, and physical health problems like heart attack and stroke. While amphetamines are sometimes prescribed to treat conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy, recreational use has been linked to risky and illegal behaviors. Treatment options are available for amphetamine addiction.

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    Amphetamines are a class of stimulant drugs that were first synthesized in 1887 but were not commonly used until the 1930s. They work by increasing alertness, energy, and focus through their effects on the central nervous system. Short-term effects include increased energy and focus, but long-term use can lead to mental health issues, lack of sleep, and physical health problems like heart attack and stroke. While amphetamines are sometimes prescribed to treat conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy, recreational use has been linked to risky and illegal behaviors. Treatment options are available for amphetamine addiction.

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    Amphetamines are a class of stimulant drugs that were first synthesized in 1887 but were not commonly used until the 1930s. They work by increasing alertness, energy, and focus through their effects on the central nervous system. Short-term effects include increased energy and focus, but long-term use can lead to mental health issues, lack of sleep, and physical health problems like heart attack and stroke. While amphetamines are sometimes prescribed to treat conditions like ADHD and narcolepsy, recreational use has been linked to risky and illegal behaviors. Treatment options are available for amphetamine addiction.

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    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

    "Amphetamine." Information from Drugs.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.drugs.com/amphetamine.html>. "Amphetamine Mixed Salts, Immediate-Release Tablets." Current Drug Shortage Bulletin:. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.ashp.org/DrugShortages/Current/bulletin.aspx?id=836>. "Amphetamine Risks." How Amphetamine Abuse Affects Families. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.amphetaminerisks.com/how-amphetamine-abuse-affects-families>. "Amphetamines | CESAR." Amphetamines | CESAR. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.cesar.umd.edu/cesar/drugs/amphetamines.asp>. "Amphetamines." DrugScope. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.drugscope.org.uk/resources/drugsearch/drugsearchpages/amphetamines>. "Amphetamines." Enotes.com. Enotes.com, n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.enotes.com/amphetaminesreference/amphetamines-176946>. "Drugs of Abuse." City of Denison Iowa. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 July 2012. <http://www.denisonia.com/policeDept/amphetamines.asp>.

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