Volatile substances
Introduction
VOLATILE SUBSTANCES are central nervous system (CNS) depressants and are chemical compounds that rapidly change from a liquid, or semisolid state to vapour when exposed to air.
Volatile substance use is the deliberate inhalation of vapour given off from a substance at ambient temperature to alter consciousness or cause intoxication.
Volatile substance use may be:
- experimental (using out of curiosity)
- recreational (frequently a group practice)
- chronic (an habitual and dominant activity)
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