Synthetic Marijuana, K2/Spice
Press Release Oct. 2011
Synthetic cannabis is a psychoactive herbal and chemical
product which, when consumed mimics the effects of cannabis.
It is best known by the brand names K2 and Spice, both
of which have largely become genericized trademarks used
to refer to any synthetic cannabis product. (It is also
for this reason that synthetic cannabis is often referred
to as spice product, due to the latter.)
Spice or K2 has a strand that mimics THC the active
ingredient of marijuana. However spice is a more dangerous
drug than marijuana. K2 is the brand name and can be
bought online or in smoke shops.
The legal pot was really created by a medical scientist
and it was supposed to help a medical condition, however
it was deemed too dangerous. The mimic THC, is a hundred
times more potent than weed. The higher potency is cause
for concern.
On November 24, 2010, Drug Enforcement Administration
Officials finally imposed a nationwide ban to the "legal
weed", K2, due to the alarming rise in reported
abuse. On March 1, the Drug Enforcement Agency used
its emergency enforcement authority to add five chemicals
commonly used in Spice or K-2 to the list of Schedule
I drugs in the Controlled Substances Act.
It is important to stay educated on not only the existence
of the drug, but also the terms and language used by
drug users. Education and awareness are two of our best
weapons in the fight against illicit drugs.
Street Names: Bliss, Black Mamba,
Bombay Blue, Fake Weed, Genie, Spice, Zohai
Methods of Use: K2 products are usually
smoked in joints or pipes, but some users make it into
a tea.
Effect on the Mind: Psychological
effects are similar to those of marijuana and include
paranoia, panic attacks, and giddiness.
Effect on the Body: Physiological
effects of K2 include increased heart rate and increase
of blood pressure. It appears to be stored in the body
for long periods of time, and therefore the long-term
effects on humans are not fully known.
For any further questions on Spice/K2
addiction or any drug abuse related issue and how
to get treatment contact us.
Reach out to us. Recovery from addiction is just a click or a phone call away.
If the information you are looking for is not found here and you need immediate
attention you may contact us:
Addiction Treatment for adults and young adults: 1-888-387-6237
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http://www.inspirationsyouth.com
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