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Understanding synthetic drugs and their harmful effects can help prevent people from abusing them. Most people are familiar, to some degree, with the names and side-effects of common drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, etc., but are far less familiar with synthetic drugs, sometimes referred to as designer drugs or designer substances.

These drugs are extremely dangerous, yet despite their danger, they are accessible to both adults and children. In fact, children often turn to synthetic drugs because of their availability, and their packaging is often innocent and misleading in appearance. In addition to children, synthetic drug use has even surfaced in the military. It is important that people understand synthetic drugs and their harmful effects to prevent themselves or others from using them.

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