Substance Abuse

We live in a world where the war against drugs is a constant struggle.

The drugs are legal and illegal. Drugs, cigarettes and alcohol are considered drugs legal. But the excessive consumption of alcohol and tobacco by adults, especially young people, it constitutes a threat to the complete dependence. Drugs that are taken without proper medical prescription, and a disadvantage.

Illegal or illicit drugs such as heroin and marijuana, whichintoxicating effect on the human body and produce negative behavior, in general, when captured. Common substances of abuse are alcohol, marijuana, tobacco and snuff, drugs, heroin, steroids, inhalants, stimulants, antidepressants, club drugs and prescription drugs. Unfortunately, these medications are often mistreated. We can not exclude that the abuse or drug addiction is one of the most serious social and economic problems we face today. It is a constant threatto address, head on.

The negative consequences of addiction are issued to school failure, poor sentence in May, presenting a greater risk of accidents, violence and unproductive, and in some cases, suicide.

Drug abuse affects not only the individual but also for others. Domestic violence, child abuse and marriages are more common. Schools and communities are also negatively affected by drug abuse,that the quality of education deteriorates, and ultimately, an increase in crime and unemployment. Therefore, the economic situation the country is also suffering.

Fortunately, we have several agencies that provide prevention, treatment and reducing the use of illegal substances. If you believe someone has a drug problem, is the best to get the right to contact the sources of that person for help.

In this context, it is better to educate our young childrenthe impact of illicit drug use. A better understanding of these drugs in preventing the next victim.