What are Inhalants?
Inhalants are volatile substances that produce chemical vapors that can be inhaled to induce mind-altering, effects. Although
teens abuse other substances that can be inhaled, the term "inhalants" is used to describe a variety of substances whose main common
characteristic is that they are rarely, if ever, taken by any route other than inhalation. Inhalant abuse is done by breathing the vapors
from these products hoping for a quick high, unaware of the serious health consequences of their actions. This is are becoming one of the
most alarming topics for parents regarding drug abuse issues and teens.
Medical risks of inhalants
The risks of inhalants are extremely high. Death can result from using inhalants even once. Sniffing the vapors of solvents or aerosol cans
can induce heart failure, brain damage, kidney and liver failure. While initially the user may feel stimulated, continued inhalation can cause
unconsciousness. Other permanent damage that can be caused by inhalants include hearing loss, limb spasms and bone marrow damage.
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