Cathinone-Harmful Pattern of Use
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Cathinones are a loosely defined group of central nervous system stimulants that tend to increase alertness and cause agitation or excitation.
US Cases: no stats
World Cases: no stats
Sex Ratio: M+/F
Age Onset: Age 15
Brain Area: striatum, hippocampus++
Symptoms: violence, suicidal thoughts+
Progression: may cause or reduce cancer
Therapies: cognitive behavioral therapies
Medications: antidepressants and ADHD meds+
YouTube Video: Your Brain on BathSalts
Amazon or Library book: Synthetic Cathinones
Support Groups:
National Institute on Drug Abuse-https://nida.gov.research-topics > synthetic-cathinones