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The Dangers of Synthetic Drugs
It is common knowledge that street drugs such as marijuana and LSD are dangerous. It is taught in schools, broadcasted on shows, and written about daily. However, synthetic drugs like Spice and 2C-e are just as dangerous, if not more dangerous, than common street drugs. These synthetic drugs have side effects that range from very dangerous to deadly. People are largely unaware of the dangers of these new “designer” drugs, due to their easy availability and the fact that many of them are legal. Many people have paid for this assumption with their health, safety, and freedom. It is often assumed that because spice is meant to mimic marijuana, the side effects will be similar. However, spice is a manmade chemical compound and the side effects have ranged from psychotic episodes … Read entire article »
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Feeling a bit “Salty” Anyone – The Morphing of Bath Salts?
Designer drugs are nothing new. From ecstasy to Methamphetamines- mad scientists have been concocting dangerous mixtures for years. But a new drug has authorities worried about it potency and its effects- not just on the human body, but the mind as well. Many people have recently heard the story of a Miami man who seemingly went insane, attacking a fellow homeless person- and eating his face off. Reports indicated he was on drugs. No shit. … Read entire article »
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