Hallucinogenic Drug Use

Hallucinogen- LSD/lysergic acid diethylamide, mescaline/peyote, psilocybin/magic mushroom, 2,5-dimethoxy-4-methylamphetamine/DOM/STP/amphetamine derivative
Uncontrolled- stimulate the brain, usually more sad after taking the drug, extreme anxiety, panic, may last or days
Controlled-STOP

Highest Danger- psychologic effects with impaired judgement which can lead to accidents, dangerous decisions
Example - Person may think he can fly like a bird and do so out the window
Symptoms- distortion of visual and auditory sensations, colors may appear that move in time to the rhythm if listening to music; bizarre delusions, pupils become dilated
Flashbacks- may be triggered by alcohol or other drugs; usually disappear over 8 to 12 months but may reoccur for up to 5 years; especially if there is a psychiatric disorder or anxiety
Hallucinations- abnormal things that one hears or sees and the person believes that they are actually happening
False Hallucinations/Pseudo- that abnormal sensations are not real but are caused by the drugs
Help- dark, quiet room, nonthreatening talk; reassurance is needed; may need psychiatric treatment