1. Inhalants By: Melissa K. and Anna G. (:

4. Harmful Effects Heart – The human body requires oxygen in order to survive. Inhalants starve the body of its required oxygen intake. This forces the heart to work harder to pump and distribute the oxygen. It may make the heart beat irregularly or too fast. This is very dangerous to the body. Coma – The brain shuts down all but the most vital functions. .

5. Again.. Loss of Function – Regular inhalant users may permanently lose the ability to perform everyday functions such as thinking, talking, and walking. Sudden Death – Inhalants can cause sudden death in the user due to suffocation, choking on their own vomit, or having a heart attack.

7. Facts Most of the time Inhalants are used for depression. Between 2004 and 2006, an estimated 218,000 youths aged 12-17 used inhalants and also experienced depression in the past year. Sings of Inhalant abuse is.. A sweetish, chemical smell on the clothes or body Inflammation of the nostrils, frequent nosebleeds, or a rash around the nose and mouth Poor appetite and loss of weight Pale, bluish skin Watery, bloodshot eyes with dilated pupils Slow, slurred speech Clumsy, staggering gait, and drunken appearance

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