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INTRO

: Drugs affect the way your body and mind function;


: they can change how you feel, think and behave.
: When you're addicted, you may continue using the drug despite the harm it causes.
: People of any age, sex or economic status can become addicted to a drug.
QUESTION
: Why do people use drugs when they know they might cause problems?
: Every day we make choices that affect our health.
: People take drugs for a lot of different reasons,
: like to deal with life’s challenges,
: to escape from reality,
: and to relieve pain,
FACTORS
: What are some environmental factors which may contribute to drug addiction?
: Absence of social support
: Use of drugs among peers
: Socioeconomic status
: Stress and ability to cope with it
: Parental and familial involvement
: History of abuse or neglect
: History of compulsive behavior

EFFECTS
: Dependence on drugs can create a number of dangerous and damaging complications, and that
includes,

: Getting an infectious disease.

: Other health problems

: Accidents

: Suicide

: Family problems.

: Work issues.

: Problems at school

: Legal issues

: Financial problems.
PREVENTION

: How can we prevent drug addiction?

: Understand How Addiction Happens.

: Know Your Risk Factors. ...

: Steer Clear of Peer Pressure. ...

: Live a Balanced Life. ...

: Know the Signs. ...

: Learn to Cope. ...

: Develop Strong and Healthy Relationships. ...

: Take All Prescription Drugs Exactly as Prescribed

TAGLINE

: Aim High But Don’t Be High / Drugs or Grades, Which Do You Choose?

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