Solvents - Volatile Substances, VSA (glue, gases, aerosols etc.)

What are they:

These are legal items to purchase, but it is illegal for someone to sell knowingly for inhalation to under 18`s, They can be everyday household products but, if used or taken contrary to their purpose, can affect the person. These effects could be dizziness and a feeling of intoxication, lack of inhibition, giggling, sickness and drowsiness.

Effects:

Taking a VSA can lead to heart problems, coma and, even on first use, death can occur. It is reported in England alone that one person dies from sniffing volatile substance every month.