Terms for inhalant abuse of common household items include sniffing, snorting, bagging; fumes inhaled from a plastic bag; or huffing; inhalant-soaked rag in the mouth.

The average age of inhalant abusers is 14

Minimal amounts can produce a feeling of light-headedness, dizziness and euphoria within seconds.even a one-time use can result in death.Signs of abuse can also include temperamental behavior, poor memory, confusion, anxiety, irritability, lack of concentration and mood swings.Signs of acute intoxication may include slurred speech; drunk, dazed or dizzy appearance; drowsiness or unconsciousness; paleness; chemical smell on breath or clothing.

1 in 4 abusers have quit or been permanently suspended from school.Long-term effects can include short-term memory loss, limb spasms, liver and kidney damage, hearing loss and bone marrow damage.Inhalant abusers almost always move on to other drugs as they become older.