Any substance (other than food) that alters structure
or function in living organisms
Using a drug as a habit
Use of a drug to an extent that it produces impairment
of social, psychological or physiological functioning.
61% of students believe that the average student uses
illegal drugs weekly
84% of students indicated they would prefer NOT to
have drugs at parties
Peer pressure Need to belong and be accepted Makes one "feel good" Thrill seeking behavior Experience new things
Increased crime results from drug use
Increased violence results from drug use What is the best solution? more education to not start? better treatment for addicted users? harder punishments for offenders? more efforts to reduce flow of illegal drugs?
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