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Drugs of Abuse delivers clear, scientific information about drugs in a factual, straightforward way. With the information in this guide, parents and caregivers can help their children make smart choices and avoid the consequences of drug abuse. This publication covers topics including the Controlled Substances Act and introduces drug classes including narcotics, stimulants, marijuana/cannabis, inhalants, steroids, and more.<br/>Table of Contents WELCOME I. Controlled Substances Act Drug Scheduling SCHEDULE I SCHEDULE II SCHEDULE III SCHEDULE IV SCHEDULE IV SCHEDULE V FEDERAL TRAFFICKING PENALTIES FEDERAL TRAFFICKING PENALTIES—MARIJUANA II. U.S. Chemical Control III. Introduction to Drug Classes Narcotics Fentanyl Heroin Hydromorphone Methadone Morphine Opium Oxycodone Stimulants Amphetamines Cocaine Khat Methamphetamine Depressants Barbiturates Benzodiazepines GHB Rohypnol ® Hallucinogens Ecstasy/MDMA Ketamine LSD Peyote & Mescaline Psilocybin Steroids Marijuana/Cannabis Marijuana Concentrates Vaping Inhalants Designer Drugs Bath Salts K2/Spice Synthetic Opioids DXM Drugs of Concern Kratom Salvia Divinorum Tianeptine IV. Resources