DRUGS ABUSE
Done by,
Remya G
Natural
science
DRUG ADDICTION
Addiction is a chronic, often relapsing
brain diseases that causes
compulsive drug seeking and use
despite harmful consequences to the
individual who is addicted and to
those around them.
Drug addiction is a brain disease
because the abuse of drugs leads to
changes in the structure and function
of the brain.
What are four main drugs commonly used
and distributed? (Nationally)
Marijuana
Cocaine (Crack)
Alcohol
Inhalants
CAUSES OF DRUG ABUSE
Poor self confidence
Lack of self-esteem (Im dirty, rotten,
stinky, no good).
Problems (I feel better when Im
stoned).
Peer pressure (I wanna be like).
Rebellion (Ill show them).
Curiosity (is it true what they say?)
The immediate effects of inhalants include:
relaxation
slurred speech
euphoria
hallucinations
drowsiness
dizziness
nausea
vomiting
DEATH - from heart failure or suffocating
on plastic bags or vomit.
What types of problems can result from drug
use?
Mental Problems
Physical Problems
Problems at Violence between
school family members
Problems at work money problems
EFFECTS OF ILLEGAL
DRUGS
Problems with memory and learning
Distorted perception
Difficulty in thinking and problem-
solving
Loss of coordination
Increased heart rate
Anxiety
Panic attacks.
SIGNS OF USING DRUGS