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Emerging Drug Trends
Posted by:Jenn--Wednesday, May 21, 2014

What do gravel, puppy chow, lemon drop, spice, molly, purple drank, and bromo dragonfly all have in common?

Their innocuous names are in direct contrast to their possible side effects.  Yes, they can make their users feel happy, excitable, perhaps even euphoric.  Yet they can also lead to hallucinations, paranoia, seizures, convulsions, aggressive behavior, emergency room visits, even death.   

These drugs are all part of the emerging drug scene.  According to the Regional Organized Crime Information Center:

New drugs are emerging at an unprecedented rate as manufacturers of “legal high” products use new chemicals to replace those that are banned. These new chemicals take the place of heroin, morphine, and amphetamines. These drugs are highly accessible, touted as legal, and perceived as safe.  However, despite the popularity in designer drugs and legal high products, the abuse of heroin and prescription painkiller medication is still trending throughout the country. 

If you want to increase your awareness about these drugs, click here for more information about emerging drug trends and the dangers they pose to our children and our communities.


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