In 2012, Congress permanently placed 26 substances into Schedule I of the CSA. The DEA issued a ban on bath salts in October, 2011, but like other designer drugs, MDPV has many variants making enforcement difficult. Bath Salts have a slight odor that strengthens as it colors.” (Source: Wikipedia)
It’s a “crystalline” powder that tends to clump to itself, resembling powdered sugar and color can range from pure white to a yellowish-tan. Synthetic Cathinones, marketed as “Bath Salts” and sometimes as “Plant Food” synthetic stimulants are labeled “not for human consumption.” Methylenedioxypyrovalerone (MDPV) is a psychoactive drug with stimulant effects similar to cocaine. This puts a strain on relationships and threatens to destroy the unity of the family. Resentment-As more unfair demands are placed on the family, members become angry and resentful. It also prevents going outside the family to seek help. Normal family communications break down.Įmbarrassment-Embarrassment often causes family members to avoid attending events where drinking is likely to occur, and to avoid bringing people into the house. Isolation-Family members become isolated from one another by the unwritten rule against discussing the “problem.” Each is forced to find his or her way of coping with the pain. They also fear that matters will get worse and the family unit will disintegrate.ĭisappointment-Family members are constantly disappointed by broken promises and unfulfilled expectations. Guilt-Family members blame themselves for the drinking and often believe their shortcomings are driving the alcoholic to drink.įear-Family members fear the unpredictable consequences of drinking: mood changes, irritability, anger, sometimes even violence. Insecurity - Drinking puts jobs and financial security at risk. Suspicion -The alcoholic’s actions often lead to accusations and conflicts over whether or not he or she has been drinking. Alcoholism is classified as an addictive illness and treated as a disease. (Source: CDC)Īlcoholism is defined as the compulsive and uncontrolled consumption of alcoholic beverages or any other source of alcohol regardless of consequences. Excessive drinking includes binge drinking, heavy drinking and drinking by pregnant women or young people under the age of 21. A standard drink is defined as containing 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. Alcoholism is a family disease touching not only the individual struggling with addiction, but their family as well.
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