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Drug abuse
Main ideas of drug abuse
Area | Idea |
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Definition | Drug abuse refers to the continued use of dangerous and illegal drugs for non-treatment purposes. |
Causes | curiosity, enjoyment and pleasure, peer pressure, being rebellious & escape from reality |
Effects on individuals | It affects their physical and mental health. |
Effects on families | It may disrupt family life and place financial burden on the family. |
Effects on society | Crime rates may rise and juvenile offenders may increase. |
Effects on the government | Productivity may decrease and the government may need to bear extra costs |
Solutions (Teenagers) | They have to resist temptation and meet good friends. |
Solutions (Parents) | They can chat with their children, and know about and spot warning signs of abuse early. |
Solutions (the government) | They can implement preventive measures, review anti-drug laws and organise rehabilitation programmes. |
Solutions (schools) | They can hold talks on consequences of drug abuse, and promote positive values and a caring culture at school. |