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Topic Content:
- Definition of Drug Abuse and Substance Abuse
- Reasons for Drug Abuse
- peer pressure, stress relief, curiosity, etc.
What is Drug Abuse and Substance Abuse?
Drug abuse is taking drugs without the advice and prescription of a doctor. It is the misuse of drugs and overindulgence in drugs. A drug is said to be abused when it is taken without medical supervision, which can cause severe health, mental, and social problems to the user.
Substance abuse can be defined as overindulgence or dependence on a drug or other chemicals.
Reasons for Drug Abuse:
There are many reasons why people abuse drugs. Here are some of the reasons for drug abuse:
1. To reduce stress and frustration.
2. To ease peer pressure.
3. To gain self-confidence.
4. To expand the mind.
5. To be more social.
6. To relieve boredom and sadness.
7. To relax the mind and body.
8. To satisfy curiosity.
9. To have fun and excitement.
10. To be more alert.