2. History of LSD
There is evidence that suggests LSD has been around for centuries
LSD occurs in Ergot and it has to be synthesised after that
Ergot is found in grains such as; rye and grain
Believed to be a possible reason for the Salem Witch Trials because the fungus
grows on rye and grain and consuming the fungus can cause extremely irrational
and violent actions
3. How is LSD administered.
Mouth
Inhaled
Injected
Can be absorbed through skin as a lotion
5. Drug Class
Hallucinogen which means it is a drug that alters your perception which can cause
hallucinations
Psychedelic- which means it alters cognition and perception
Psychotomimetic-causes delusions and delierum
6. Its chemical makeup
It’s a compound of many basic nitrogen bases, that comes from the Ergot fungus
which grows on rye and other grains. After a sample of the fungus is obtained the
fungus is synthesised with many chemicals that are restricted or monitored very
closely.
Chemical Formula= C20H25N3O
8. Physical Effects of using LSD
Dilated Pupils
Higher or Lower body temperature
Sweating or Chills
Loss of Appetite
Sleeplessness
Dry Mouth
Tremors
9. Mental/Emotional effects of LSD
Delusions
Visual hallucinations
False sense of certainty
Distortion of your sense of self and time
Impaired depth perception
Distorted perception of colors, shape, movements, and objects may be larger or
smaller than they appear
Severe terrifying thoughts and feelings
10. Social effects of LSD
Bad trips can cause people to become extremely reclusive
Some people have flashbacks often and they are typically long-lasting and come
about very suddenly
11. Legal Consequences and effects of LSD
LSD is a Schedule I drug meaning it is both illegal and has no legitimate medical
uses
If you are caught taking LSD or with LSD you will be punished legally
Just for trafficking LSD the first time no less than 5 years in prison and no more
than 40
For trafficking fine is $2,000 to $300,000
12. Effects of LSD on the Nervous System
Short Term
Affects the way eyes process information
Long Term
Disrupts sleep routines
Can affect serotonin levels
13. Effects of LSD on the Cardiovascular System
Short Term
Abnormal heart rate
Collapsed Veins
Bacterial infections in veins and heart valves
Long Term
Collapsed Veins
May need a pacemaker in the future
More frequent heart attacks
14. Effects of LSD on the Digestive System
Short Term
Constipation
Abdominal Bleeding
Long Term
Ulcers
Liver Damage
Nausea and vomiting
15. Effects of LSD on the Respiratory System
Short Term
Respiratory arrest
Coma
Cardiac arrhythmias
Long Term
Cardiovascular collapse
Death
16. Possible Medical Uses for LSD
There no medical uses of present for this drug that is why it is listed as Schedule I.
17. Effects of mixing LSD with other Drugs
Some studies show that mixing LSD with other drugs can increase your chances of
having a bad trip which are usually very traumatic
Also many times it will cause you to go unconscious
In some cases it can cause you to die
18. Effects of LSD on Family and Friends
Family goes through a four stage process
Awareness that the drug is being used causes unease
Denial family covers for lapses and blackouts and denies the existence of the drug in
the user’s life
Acceptance the family accepts that the user uses the drug and sets up ways for them
to use it in a “safe” environment, and may also cause the family to lean onto drugs
as well
Rock Bottom usually when the family seeks help and either bands together or
separates and blames each other
19. Question 1
Name three street
names of LSD
Question 2
What stage is denial
Question 3
What class of drug is
LSD
Question 4
What affects can
mixing LSD have
Question 7
Can LSD cause
depression
Question 8
What effects can LSD
have on the
Respiratory System
Question 9
What effects can LSD
have on the Digestive
System
Question 6
Where does LSD
come from
Question 5
What medical uses
are there for LSD
20. Answer 1
Back To the Game
Street Names-Acid, Beast, Kool Aid, Animal,
Blotters, Dots, Tabs, and Trips
25. Answer 6
Back To the Game
Fungus known as Ergot that grows on rye and wheat plants
26. Answer 7
Back To the Game
Yes it can especially when the user has a bad trip
27. Answer 8
Back To the Game
Cardiovascular arrest, cardiac arrhythmias, and coma
28. Answer 9
Back To the Game
Ulcers, liver damage, and abdominal constipation
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