Drugs and alcohol
Drugs and alcoholFor several decades, drugs and alcohol have been a major problem in our society. Not only has the drug problem increased but drug related problems are on the rise. There is no crime that kills more teenagers in the world then alcohol does. These substances affect the body in many ways, including the exchange of information within the brain, is slowed. Using drugs increases the risk of injury. Car crashes, falls, burns, drowning, and suicide are all linked to drug use. The usage of drugs ruins the users looks, makes them depressed, and contributes to slipping grades. Although it is illegal for someone to purchase, possess, or consume alcohol under the age of 19, many teenagers do. In addition to breaking the law, these teenagers put themselves into vulnerable situations, that can change their lives forever. Drugs produce unpredictable, erratic, and violentreactions that lead to serious injuries and death. Many young teens get the wrong perception that using drugs will help them escape from their problems, in reality it only causes more. Even one occasion of drug use can cause the user to do something that they
will regret their entire lifetime. Teens often move towards drugs for many reasons, to fit in, to belong, to feel grown up, to relax , feel good, to take risks, rebel, to satisfy curiosity, and because they have the misconception that doing drugs is cool. These feelings can be avoided by talking to someone close, like a parent, friend, or teacher. These substances are a problem in our society because they prevent our children for developing into the future
of tomorrow. Most people that use these illegal substance go on to doing more serious crimes such as rape, murder, and suicide. Drugs and alcohol have damaging affects on the mind, body ,and personality, it is advisable to stay away from them.
Drugs are harmful to the human mind, and body in many ways, it is also capable of preventing the body, and mind in fully developing. There are many types of drugs, there are drugs that slow you down, drugs that speed you up, and hallucinogens. Alcohol, and synthetic drugs such as barbiturates, and inhalants(common household products). Inhalants are commonly used by children that cannot afford to buy drug, they are usually inhaled straight from the bag or container the substance is in. Users say they are detached from the surroundings and in their own little world when on these drugs. The effects
caused by these drugs are visual hallucinations, severe mood swings, loss of sense of smell, and nose bleeds. More serious effects can be abnormal heartbeat, slower breathing, loss of memory, loss of ability to think clearly, and nervous system damage. The user can also develop feelings of persecution, depression, or hostility. (Dragan 193)
Another type of drug is an upper(stimulant), it speeds you up. The...
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