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What is Sally short for drugs? The truth behind drug slang

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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, recreational drugs go by a variety of street names, with "Sally" commonly referring to two distinct substances. So, **what is Sally short for drugs**? It is slang for both the synthetic amphetamine MDA and the natural hallucinogen Salvia divinorum.

Understanding the Risks: What is a smiley pill?

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According to the 2021 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 2.2 million people aged 12 or older reported using Ecstasy in the past year [1.6.2]. A common form of this drug is the 'smiley pill,' but what is a smiley pill and what makes it so dangerous?

Unpacking the Hype: What Was in Party Pills?

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The primary active ingredient in most recreational 'party pills' was N-benzylpiperazine (BZP), a synthetic stimulant designed to mimic the euphoric effects of MDMA [1.2.1, 1.2.6]. This article answers the question, 'What was in party pills?' by exploring their chemical composition and pharmacological impact.

Understanding the Terminology: What is a DTF Drug?

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According to the CDC's 2017 Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 19% of sexually active high school students reported using alcohol or drugs before their last sexual intercourse [1.5.3]. This connection between substance use and sexual activity brings up slang terms, but **what is a DTF drug?**

The Dangers Behind the Smiley Face Pill

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According to the Department of Justice, illicit tablets imprinted with logos like smiley faces are a common way for dealers to market and brand illegal substances, particularly MDMA. What is the drug called a smiley face pill is a question that reveals a dangerous reality, as the emblem offers no guarantee of a pill's actual content or purity.