Health 9La Salle University Integrated School

Mr. Al-lyn L. VocalHealth 9 Instructor

Prevention of Substance

Use and Abuse: Drug

Scenario in the

Philippines

Republic of the PhilippinesO f f i c e o f t h e P r e s i d e n t

PHILIPPINE DRUG ENFORCEMENT AGENCYPreventive Education and Community Involvement Service

REPUBLIC ACT 9165

COMPREHENSIVE DANGEROUS DRUGS ACT OF 2002

Signed June 7, 2002

Published June 19, 2002

Took effect July 4, 2002

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PGMA signed RA 9165 on June 7, 2002 and it tookeffect on July 4, 2002.

Re-organization of …

The new Dangerous Drugs

Board (DDB) as the policy and

strategy formulating body.

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Creation of …

The Philippine Drug Enforcement

Agency (PDEA) as its

implementing arm.

Re-organization of the Philippine

Drug Enforcement System

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Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency

A regular law

enforcement agency.

Implementing arm of the

DDB.

Responsible for efficient

and effective law

enforcement of all

provisions on any

dangerous drug and/or

controlled precursor and

essential chemicals.

WHY SHOULD WE AVOID DANGEROUS DRUGS

Illegal – Prohibited by law (RA 9165)

Health – Damages our brain and body

Psycho-social – Destroys one’s behaviorand causes one to commit crime

Spiritual – Against the will of God

Therefore,

drug abuse is

everybody’s

concern

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A drug is a chemical substance

that brings about physical,

emotional or behavioral change

in a person taking it.

Is any substance other

than food or water that is

intended to be taken or

administered for the

purpose of altering,

sustaining or controlling

the recipients physical,

mental or emotional state.

WHAT IS DRUG

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Drug abuse is the use of any chemical

substance, licit or illicit, resulting to

individual’s physical, mental, or social

impairment.

It may refer to any of the following practices:

• Using, without benefit or prescription, useful drugs

which have the capacity to alter the mood or behavior.

• Using drugs and substances for a purpose different from

the one from which the drug has been prescribed.

•Using drugs and substances having no legitimate medical

application or purposes other than research.

WHAT IS DRUG ABUSE

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SEX: Ratio of male to female is 9:1

CIVIL STATUS: Single 56.94%

EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT: High School level 30.62%

STATUS OF EMPLOYMENT : Unemployed (32.82%)

PLACE OF RESIDENCE: Urban (Specifically NCR)

DURATION OF DRUG – TAKING: More than six (6) years

NATURE OF DRUG – TAKING : Poly drug use

PROFILE OF DRUG USERS

as per DDB (Facility Based) CY 2008

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CLASSIFICATION

Pharmacological

Classifications of Drugs

DEPRESSANTS

HALLUCINOGENS

STIMULANTS

1. StimulantsAlso known as “uppers”

Any of a group of drugs that excite the

central nervous system. It increase alertness,

alleviate fatigue, reduce hunger and provide

a feeling of well-being.

Ex. Cocaine, Methamphetamine (SHABU)

also called as “downers” or “barbs”

any drug or chemical that decreases the activity

of any bodily function. The term is most often used

to refer to drugs that reduce the activity of the

central nervous system

Ex: Sedatives, Sleeping Pills, Tranquilizers

2. Depressant

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3. Hallucinogens

Also called “psychedelics”

First developed as appetite suppressant

Any natural or synthetic psychoactive

drugs that produce marked distortion of

the senses and changes in perception

Ex: MJ, LSD, Ecstasy, Ketamine

SHABU

81.36

MARIJUANA

33.65

INHALANTS, 4.82

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DRUGS OF ABUSE

CONTENTS OF SHABU

• Ephedrine - (Classified as Dangerous Drugs) Main

ingredient of Shabu causing brain damage

• Toluene – Chemical used for paints, adhesives, etc.

• Acetone – Nail cleaner

• Lithium Batteries – Cancer causing component

• Battery Acid – Corrosive chemical

• Drain Cleaner – Liquid Soap

• Hydrochloric Acid – (Muriatic Acid)

• Chloroform – Cancer causing solvent

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Produces anxiety, tension, irritability, irrational

behavior, talkativeness, and loss of self-

control.

• Results in loss of appetite and inability to sleep.

• Euphoria, elation.

• Can lead to acute psychotic reactions, violent

and destructive behavior and recklessness

that may result in accidents.

• Includes chest pain, irregularity of heart beat,

elevated or lowered blood pressure, evidence

of weight loss, convulsion and death from

cardiac arrest.

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Prolonged use or even a single

exposure, especially if

administrated intravenously,

can lead to manifestations of a

full blown “psychosis” which is

similar to schizophrenia

characterized by the presence

of paranoid delusions, auditory

and visual hallucinations. The

paranoia may lead to violent

and aggressive behavior.

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June 2001 3 years, 5 months later

THERESA BAXTER

www.yahoo.com/facesofmeth

FACES OF METH

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AUGUST 1996 4 YEARS LATER

PERRY BENNETT

www.yahoo.com/facesofmeth

FACES OF METH

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JENNIFER LUNDGREN

JULY 2003 17 MONTHS LATER

www.yahoo.com/facesofmeth

FACES OF METH

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JOSEPH HARRIS

DECEMBER 1999 3 MONTHS LATER

www.yahoo.com/facesofmeth

FACES OF METH

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FACES OF METH

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FACES OF METH

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FACES OF METH

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FACES OF METH

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BRAIN OF DRUG ABUSER

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Drug User’s BrainNormal Person’s Brain

CT SCAN COMPARISON OF BRAIN ACTIVITY

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Meth “BUGS”

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Meth “BUGS”

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TEETH OF DRUG ABUSER

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Celebrities Who Used

Dangerous Drugs

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

GUESS WHO?

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Whitney Elizabeth Houston

Born August 9, 1963, she is an American pop and R&B singer, actress, film producer,

record producer, songwriter, and former fashion model. Her crossover success opened

doors for other African Americans, particularly women, to be equally successful in pop

music and showbiz. She has frequently been referred to as "The Voice".

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

Whitney Houston

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On September 12, 2002 at Malibu, California, the 61 year old actor was

arrested for being under the influence of drugs after his Mercedes-Benz car

was seen swerving on a highway near his home. The movie star pleaded

no contest to driving under the influence of drugs (DUI).

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

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Nick Nolte

1991 - Los Angeles Film Critics Association: Best Actor, The Prince of Tides

1991 - Golden Globe: Best Actor in a Motion Picture (Drama), The Prince of

Tides

1992 - Chosen as People Magazine's Sexiest Man Alive

1998 - New York Film Critics Circle - Best Actor, Affliction

1998 - National Society of Film Critics - Best Actor, Affliction

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

Nick Nolte

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She was booked on felony charges of possession of cocaine and

transportation of narcotic - in addition to misdemeanor charges of

driving under the influence (DUI) and driving with a suspended

license.

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

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Born on July 2, 1986, she is an American actress and pop music singer. Lohan started

in show business as a child fashion model for magazine advertisements and television

commercials.

Lindsay

Lohan

Lindsay Lohan

In February 2003, she was arrested in Malibu, California and charged with

possession of heroin while driving with a suspended driver's license

Nicole Richie

Born September

21, 1981, she is an

American socialite,

actress, television

personality, author,

model, and singer.

The daughter of

Lionel Richie, she

is known for her

role in the reality

show The Simple

Life and her

turbulent personal

life.

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

Nicole Richie

Drugs of Abuse

No. 2 Marijuana

or Cannabis

Sativa

Hallucinations/illusions

Faster heart beat and pulse rate

Bloodshot Eye/blurred vision/Rapid Eye Movement (REM)

Dry mouth and throat

Forgetfulness/inability to think

Altered sense of time/ disorientation

Impaired reflexes coordination and concentration

Acute panic anxiety reaction

“Food-trip” & sleepiness (MJ)

Severe irritation of the nasal

passages that leads to

frequent nose bleeding

Renal damages, heart

disease and strokes

Psychiatric consequences

Gateway drug that may lead

to poly-drug use.

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The 21 year old actress was arrested for suspicion of driving under the

influence of alcohol , possession of marijuana and a controlled substance,

and driving without a valid license on December 27, 2007

MISCHA BARTON

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Born on January 24,

1986, she is an

award-winning

actress. Perhaps

best known for her

role as Marissa

Cooper in the

American television

series The O.C..

Mischa Barton

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Was nabbed in Oklahoma

for possession of

marijuana and two

controlled dangerous

substances (Xanax and

sleeping pills) for which he

did not have a

prescription. The bleary-

eyed actor, 24, posed for

the below Oklahoma

County Sheriffs Office

mug shot following a traffic

stop of his buddy’s car in

September 2004.

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Macaulay Culkin

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Volatile chemical substancesthat contains psycho-active(mind/mood altering) vaporsproducing a state of intoxication.

Ex: Glue and Adhesive Cement/ Rugby / Super Glue / Thinner

Drugs of AbuseNo. 3

Inhalants

IMMEDIATE EFFECTS

• Prone to bleeding and bruises

• Loss of memory

• Difficulty in learning and seeing things clearly

• Loss of bodily control

• Cramps, pains and bad cough

LONG TERM EFFECT• Permanent damage to brain, liver and kidneys

WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS

• Anxiety, depression and irritability

• Aggressive behavior

• Dizziness, shaking and nausea

• Insomnia

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Other Drugs of Abuse

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SLEEPING PILLS

BENZODIAZEPINES –commonly known as

tranquilizers and sleeping pills.

They are classified as short,

medium and long acting. This

relates to the length of the

drug action in the body.

Length of action can also be

influenced by the health of a

person’s liver, age and weight.

A.K.A. Valium, Ativan, Nubain,

etc.

Heath LedgerHollywood Actor

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

died from an overdose of sleeping pills

www.yahoo.com/cnn-news

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Tobacco means the curved

leaves of the tobacco plant

“nicotiana tobacu” which

contains a very potent

ingredient called nicotine.

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Substance left behind on the filter by the

tobacco smoke, known to be strong

associated with cancer and aggravates

bronchial and other respiratory diseases

Important active ingredients which is a very

addictive and toxic (poisonous) substance.

Gaseous product of incomplete

combustion it is also known as a

poisonous emission from the

exhaust of motor vehicles, which

in effect decreases the amount of

oxygen in the blood

CIGARETTE CONTENTS

• Ammonia – used to clean bathrooms

• Cadmium – component of car battery

• Carbon Monoxide – from car / factory exhaust

• Nicotine – used as a mixture in insecticide

• Tar – ingredients for asphalt

• Vinyl Chloride – used for plastic manufacture

• Cyanide – poison gas used by Hitler in his concentration camps

• DDT – used to kill cockroach

• Formaldehyde (Formalin) – used for embalming

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Contents of Cigarette

acetic acid, methane (sewer gas), arsenic (poison), carbon monoxide,

rocket fuel, paint, toilet cleaner (ammonia), insecticide, Industrial

solvent, candle wax, cadmium (batteries), butane (lighter fluid)

Smelly breath, hair and clothes

Stained teeth and fingers

Increase heart rate, breathing rate and blood pressure

Reduced blood supply to extremities (hands and feet because the blood vessel are constricted)

Stimulated central nervous system

Smoking exposes “the smokers” and others to health risks

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Sickness

Heart Attack

Cancer

Bronchitis and

Emphysema

Ulcers

Infertility

EFFECT on the LUNGS

Normal Affected

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Republic Act No. 9211 - Known as Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003(Signed into law in June 23, 2003)

Prohibited Acts:

• Allowing minors to man stalls selling tobacco product (s)

• Selling tobacco products to a minor (under 18 years of age)

• For a minor to smoke cigarettes or any tobacco products

• Selling of Tobacco products within 100 meters from

playgrounds, schools and all youth facilities

• Cigarette vending machine within the place mentioned

• Smoking in public places and public transportation

• tobacco sponsorship restricted to activities for those "18 and above“

beginning July 1, 2006

• no tobacco ad on TV, Cable TV and radio since January I, 2007

• no tobacco ads outdoors and in cinemas beginning July 1, 2007

• no tobacco ads in all mass media beginning July 1, 2008

• no tobacco sponsorship of all sports, concert, cultural, and art events

beginning July 1, 2008

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Alcohol is a powerful drug. Alcoholic drinks contain

the drug “ethanol” (ethyl alcohol). It is a toxic and

poisonous drug. It poisons the body if taken in large

quantities simply or in combination with other drugs.

Alcohol damages all the major organs of the body.

Alcohol is a depressant drug, not a stimulant as

erroneously believed. Pure alcohol is colorless and

tasteless. Alcoholic drinks vary in color and taste

because of the ingredients used to flavor them.

WHAT IS ALCOHOL

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Parents who always quarrel in front of

the children.

Irresponsible parents who don’t

have time for their children.

Family Problems

BAD Influence by

friends.

Peer Pressure/Curiosity

Lack of self-confidence

and inferiority complex.

Weak Personality, Desire to

Escape From Reality

COMMON SIGNSOF

DRUG ABUSE

Stealing items which can be readily sold for cash (to

support a drug habit)

Changes in Mood – depending on the drug taken.

Example: depressed or becoming elated and euphoric.

Association with known drug abusers

Change from normal capabilities

(work habits, efficiency, etc.)

Change in attendance at work or school

Poor physical appearance, including

inattention to dress and personal hygiene

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OBJECTIVEOBJECTIVE

To harness people’s power in the anti-

drug campaign by tapping the citizenry

as the “eyes and ears” of the

government in achieving the vision of a

Drug-Free Philippines by the year 2010.

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a. The informant is not a member of the DDB and itssecretariat, PDEA, PNP, AFP, NBI, PCG, BuCus orany government agency exercising law enforcementfunction;

b. The Information Report Form (IRF) containingthe detailed information on illegal drug activity mustreach the PDEA before the commencement of thesuccessful anti-illegal drug operation;

ARTICLE IV

PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Year 2009 a total of

P9,000,000 million were

disbursed as reward.

Awarding of Cash Reward

Awarding of Cash Reward

• Report the User!

• Jail the Pusher!

Ang Laban Kontra Droga ay Laban ng Buong

Bayan,

MAKI-ISA NA!!!

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WHICH ONE

NBP

(Prison)

NMH

(Mental Hospital)

RIP

(Death)

Credits to

“Towards a Drug-Free

Philippines“

Gen. Dionisio R. Santiago (Ret)

Senior Usec./ Director General, PDEA

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For Any Assistance

Please call PDEA Hotlines:

920-0735 or 920-0736

Or TEXT

PDEANCR(space)FEEDBACK(space)

TIP or MESSAGE

And Send to 7007332For Smart & TALKnText users only