Information Regarding Hallucinogenic Drugs

There are many ways that teenagers and adults use to escape reality. One that has been around for quite a while is Lysergic Acid Diethylamide, commonly referred to as LSD. Some users will call it acid or blotter. This drug will cause hallucinations and became popular in the 1960s.

While it is not addictive, it can still be a dangerous substance to use. It can cause hallucinations, both visual and auditory. Depending on what the user believes they see and hear, their "trip" may be good or bad. The word "trip" is in reference to the time the drug is in effect.

It can cause an increase in paranoia and anxiety. If the person is unable to handle these, it can lead to a bad experience where they see and hear things that are out to get them, even if they are alone in a room.

For those who are having a more pleasant experience, they may appear distracted by common occurrences, such as moving their hand back and forth. While someone is under the influence of acid, movements such as these will leave "tracers" behind. This means that moving objects will appear to still be where they were moments before in addition to their current location.

The most common way for people to use it is by a small piece of paper that was covered in the hallucinogenic substance. Because the paper absorbs the chemical, acid may also be called blotter or blotter acid.

Though it is not believed to be addictive, the general consensus of the medical community is that it should be avoided. The potential dangers of having a bad trip or exhibiting poor judgement outweigh the heightened state of awareness. Anyone considering using acid should be prepared to have someone watch over them.