CBSE Biology Investigatory Project - Class 12 - Drug Addiction - Appropriate content and format for the CBSE practical examinations.

1. Drug
Drug
Drug
Addiction
Addiction
Addiction

2. Acknowledgement
I would like to express my special thanks of gratitude to my biology teacher Mr.
/Ms........................................................ as well as my principal
Mr/Ms................................................... who gave me the golden opportunity to do
this wonderful project on the topic “Drug Addiction”, which also helped me in doing a lot
of Research. I am really thankful to them.
I also cannot forget to thank my parents & friends who helped me a lot to complete this
project in the time frame. I would like to thank the internet for all the services it provided
me in the completion of this project.
Finally, I would wish to thank everyone who displayed appreciation for my work and
motivated me to continue my work.

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Index

11. Morphine is a very effective
sedative and painkiller, and is very
useful in patients who have
undergone surgery

12. Hallucinogens and Marijuana
Cannabinoids are a group of chemicals, which interact with cannabinoid
receptors present principally in the brain. Natural cannabinoids are
obtained from the inflorescences of the plant Cannabis sativa. The
flower tops, leaves and the resin of cannabis plant are used in various
combinations to produce marijuana, hashish, charas and ganja. Generally
taken by inhalation and oral ingestion, these are known for their effects
on cardiovascular system of the body.
skeletal structure of
cannabinoid molecule

13. Smoking

14. How Drug Addiction Begins In Teens

21. Long Term Physical Effects
Using substances for an extended time may have long-term health
consequences. These lasting effects depend on multiple factors,
including the substance, the amount, and how long a person has
used it.

23. tobacco or nicotine:
greatly increased risk of cancer — lung cancer due to smoking or
oral cancer due to chewing
chronic bronchitis
emphysema
heart disease
leukemia
cataracts
pneumonia

25. benzodiazepines:
drowsiness
concentration issues
dizziness
reduced anxiety
problems with memory

26. alcohol:
depression
anxiety
learning and memory problems
social problems
prescription opioids:
increased risk of overdose
heroin:
risk of overdose
cannabis:
mental health problems
irritability, trouble
sleeping, anxiety upon
withdrawal
methamphetamines:
anxiety
confusion
insomnia
mood problems
violent behavior
paranoia
hallucinations
delusions
tobacco and nicotine:
in teens, they can affect the
development of brain circuits
that control attention and
learning
irritability, attention and sleep
problems, and depression upon
withdrawal

32. Conclusion

33. Bibliography
World Drug Report 2022
Wikipedia
Medical News Today
WebMD
Indian Helplines
Arunachal Times
Class 12 NCERT Biology