Focus on Uppers

Duration: 540 ft.

Year Published: 1971

Creator: American Educational Films

Complete Record: Examines the reasons given for taking amphetamines, or “uppers” and discusses the characteristics of the “high” produced and the long-term effects on both the user and society. Identifies the various uppers and their legitimate use, pointing out that these pills should be taken only under close medical supervision. Emphasizes the physical need the body develops for uppers. Cites the death of large numbers of brain cells and severe damage to blood vessels in the eyes and kidneys as examples of damage uppers can do to the body.


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