Definition of Drug Abuse
Drug abuse may be defined as any use of a drug that leads to
problems (apart from the undesirable side effects sometimes
experienced by particular medical drugs). Problems may include
health (illness, damage to organs, addiction), emotional
(depression), social (loss of friends), family, financial (loss
of job, cost of drugs), and legal (stealing for drug money).
What Are the Risks of Drug Abuse?
Where to Get Help
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