"COME WITH ME AND BE DRUG FREE".

come with me and be drug free”.

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Drugs are chemical substances that can change how your body and mind work.

Drug use is a dynamic issue that begins in different ways for different individuals. there are countless reasons why people begin to abuse drugs, whether they are illicit drugs or prescription medications.

Contrary to popular belief, drug use does not solely fall under the category of mental illness, homelessness, or even poor family upbringings. Educated individuals with high-paying jobs, families, and seemingly perfect or sought-after lives can be vulnerable to drug abuse, as well.

Most common causes of drug abuse.

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▪︎Prescription medication-is becoming an increasingly concerning issue.

 

•Wide availability-with the increased convenience of the internet and modern communications, its relatively easy for people to obtain drugs today.

▪︎  Curiosity and Experimentation- for those who are around drugs, but haven’t yet used may hear positive feedback and then may become intrigued. 

▪︎  Enjoyment of getting high-many people  try drugs and end up finding euphoric sensations.

 

▪︎  Financial stress- money pressure can cause people to feel trapped, desperate, and out of control. These feelings lead to emotional and psychological conditions that trigger drug use.

 

▪︎ Boredom-teens and young adults often face feeling of monotony, as many of them don’t yet have adult responsibilities therefore drugs use may be seem like a convenient way to pass time.

 

FROM DRUG USE TO ADDICTION

As people begin to rely more and more on substance to accomplish their psychological, physical or emotional needs, it increases the risk of getting developing an addiction. Not all people who use drugs will develop an addiction, a full drug addiction is characterized by a chronic disease state whereby symptoms of physical withdraw begin.

Drug addiction symptoms and how to recognize.

▪︎ Taking large amount of the drug over a long period than the intended period

•  Feeling that you have to use the drug regularly

▪︎  Spending money on the drug, even though you cannot afford it.

▪︎ Doing things to get the drug that you normally wouldn’t do, such as stealing.

 

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Avoid temptations and peer pressure.

▪︎ Establish rules and consequences.

▪︎ Keep a well- balanced life

▪︎ Seek help for mental illness,

 

The world drug problem is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide, many people who use drugs face stigma and discrimination which can further harm their physical and mental health and prevent them from accessing the help they need.

But remember, “Though no one can go back and make brand new start, anyone can start from new and make a brand new ending “.

Let’s keep it healthy.