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Drug Information - LSD

LSD Use

LSD is one of the most potent hallucinogenic, or perception-altering, drugs. Its effects are unpredictable, and abusers may see vivid colors and images, hear sounds, and feel sensations that seem real but do not exist. Abusers also may have traumatic experiences and emotions that can last for many hours. Some short-term effects can include increased body temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure; sweating; loss of appetite; sleeplessness; dry mouth; and tremors.

LSD Abuse*

An individual meets one or more criteria for over one year:

Role Impairment (e.g. failed work or home obligations)
Hazardous use (e.g. Driving while intoxicated)
Legal problems related to drug use
Social or interpersonal problems due to drug use

*Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder (DSM-IV)

LSD Addiction and Dependency*

An individual meets 3 or more criteria for over 1 year:

Tolerance - increased using to achieve same effect
Withdrawal signs or symptoms
Using more than intended
Unsuccessful attempts to cut down on use
Excessive time related to using (obtaining, hangover, coming to)
Impaired social or work activities due to drug use
Use despite physical or psychological consequences

*Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder (DSM-IV)

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