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    Drugs

    Exploring the effects


    Effect on the body and the people around
    the user, ways to prevent or avoid drug
    misuse and abuse
    What are
    01
    drugs?
    Drugs are substances that alter a person's mental or physical
    state, affecting their brain function, feelings, behavior,
    understanding, and senses. They can be unpredictable and
    dangerous, especially for young people. The effects of drugs
    vary for each person and drug. Common methods of drug
    intake include swallowing tablets or drinking liquids,
    breathing them into the lungs, snorting into the nose, injecting
    directly into the bloodstream, using skin creams or patches, or
    suppositorying them directly into the bowel or vaginal lining.
    Regardless of the method, the drug will end up in the
    bloodstream and affect different parts of the body.
    How do they
    02
    affect us?
    Abused drugs enter the bloodstream and can affect the
    brain, intensifying or dulling the senses, changing alertness
    or sleepiness, and decreasing physical pain. These effects
    affect healthy decision-making and can lead to dangerous
    situations like underage driving or simply harming other
    individuals. Substances like alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs can
    cause significant harm to the body and brain.
    HOW DO THEY AFFECT
    03
    OUR SURROUNDINGS
    Drug trafficking and cartel wars have cost 269 million people worldwide in 2018, with
    cocaine production at record levels, opium increasing, and the market for synthetic
    drugs growing in the Netherlands. However, there has been little focus on the
    environmental impact of producing drugs, whether or not they are legal to use. The
    increasing legalization of cannabis has drawn attention to environmental issues in its
    production, with large-scale drug production operations having serious
    environmental implications. The environmental impacts of illicit drug economies
    differ depending on the substance being produced, such as the cocaine supply chain,
    which often occurs in fragile ecosystems and forests, causing deforestation and loss
    of habitats. The revenue generated by the illicit trade also contributes to
    environmental destruction through cattle ranching and land grabbing. The Federal
    Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has promoted
    sustainable income alternatives in drug crop-growing regions for decades, and the
    Global Partnership for Drug Policy Development (GPDPD) has implemented green
    development measures in Colombia to sustainably counter the cultivation of illegal
    crops.
    Ways to prevent
    04
    drug use
    Seek for professional help Be a part of the community
    We’re always surrounded by people and being a part of
    It is always better to get a professional’s opinion
    the community around you makes you realize that there
    especially because they’re truly the ones educated
    are people around you that genuinely care about you.
    about drug use. If possible we should be open to
    Being a part of your community doesn’t just make you
    seeking professional help to help aid drug addictions
    appreciate people but it can also help you appreciate
    quicker.
    yourself by reflecting on other people’s lives

    Find new ways to cope such as a new hobby Remind yourself of your goals
    Hobbies such as sports, drawing, music, or even In order to stay sober you must first have
    studying can help us keep our minds off unhealthy
    a goal, set a goal for yourself, it doesn’t
    addictions, including drugs. Hobbies also help to
    nourish our minds with better thoughts helping us have to be a big one just enough so you
    become better people. can have motivation to keep going.
    ways to avoid
    05
    drug misuse
    Peer pressure is the coercion exerted by friends or acquaintances to do certain things or act a
    certain way, which plays a significant role in adolescents' emotional and social development. It
    can also initiate drug abuse. Teens should resist dangerous or illegal peer pressure, and if
    overwhelming, find a different group of friends.

    Abstaining from drug use is a personal choice for teenagers, requiring support from parents and
    guardians. If not feasible, therapy or rehabilitation programs can be considered. It involves
    eliminating drugs and alcohol from daily life, avoiding tempting situations, and distancing from
    friends who encourage drug use.

    Being educated about drugs itself is the most effective way to avoid misusing drugs. As an
    individual before we put ourselves into something we must first be educated with the activities
    we’re about to commit. We all know by now that drugs can greatly affect us, that’s why we must
    be cautious about our actions and the people we get influenced by.
    Ways to avoid
    06
    drug abuse

    If you suspect drug addiction, consult a doctor, parent, or school counselor for help. Treatment options
    include behavioral and pharmacological methods. Experts teach individuals how to live without drugs,
    dealing with cravings, avoiding drug-related situations, and preventing relapses. Overcoming drug
    addiction requires professional help and support, as it takes time and isn't something that can be done
    alone. Experts are trained to help, not judge.
    Consume Responsibly

    07 Resources
    KidsHealth Medical Experts. (2023, May). Drugs: What to Know. Nemours TeensHealth.
    https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/know-about-drugs.html
    What are drugs? (2019b, July 17). Australian Government Department of Health and Aged
    Care. https://www.health.gov.au/topics/drugs/about-drugs/what-are-
    drugs#:~:text=Drugs%20are%20substances%20that%20change,for%20each%20person%20a
    nd%20drug.

    Thank You
    Gateway Foundation. (2023, September 6). The environmental impact of growing drugs.
    https://www.gatewayfoundation.org/addiction-blog/environmental-impact-growing-drugs/
    Schauenberg, T. (2020, October 19). 5 ways that drugs damage the environment. dw.com.
    https://www.dw.com/en/drugs-environment-impacts-cannabis-cocaine-opium-ecstasy/a-

    For Listening!
    55177638
    Drugs and the environment. (n.d.). https://www.gpdpd.org/en/drug-policy/drugs-and-the-
    environment
    ean Leonard, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. (2023, December 27). What are healthy
    alternatives to drug use? | Healthy Life Recovery. Healthy Life Recovery.
    https://healthyliferecovery.com/healthy-alternatives-to-drug-use/
    Zayed, A., MD. (2023, June 14). 10 ways to prevent drug abuse among teenagers - The Diamond
    Rehab Thailand. The Diamond Rehab Thailand. https://diamondrehabthailand.com/ways-to-
    prevent-drug-abuse/

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