“Drug Addiction”

The Problem

People from all walks of life can experience problems with their drug use,
regardless of age, race, background, or the reason they started using drugs in the first
place. Some people experiment with recreational drugs out of curiosity, to have a good
time, because friends are doing it, or to ease problems such as stress, anxiety, or
depression. However, it’s not just illegal drugs, such as cocaine or heroin that can lead
to abuse and addiction. Prescription medications such as painkillers, sleeping pills, and
tranquilizers can cause similar problems.
Addiction is a disease that affects your brain and behavior. When you’re addicted
to drugs, you can’t resist the desire to use them, no matter how much harm the drugs
may cause. At first, you may choose to take a drug because you like the way it makes
you feel. You may think you can control how much and how often you use it. But over
time, drugs change how your brain works. These physical changes can last a long time.
They make you lose self-control and can lead you to damaging behaviors. Drug
abuse is when you use legal or illegal substances in ways you shouldn’t. You might take
more than the regular dose of pills or use someone else’s prescription. You may abuse
drugs to feel good, ease stress, or avoid reality. But usually, you’re able to change your
unhealthy habits or stop using altogether. Addiction is when you can’t stop. Not when it
puts your health in danger. Not when it causes financial, emotional, and other problems
for you or your loved ones. That urge to get and use drugs can fill up every minute of
the day, even if you want to quit.

Proposed Solution
Prevention is the process, which builds into children a resistance to abusing
drugs, so that drug use never begins. Prevention is a simple concept but it requires
constant work to be successful. Prevention is a positive process. It is a process, which
cannot be started too soon. Don’t try to go it alone reach out for support. Whatever
treatment approach you choose, having positive influences and a solid support system
is essential. The more people you can turn to for encouragement, guidance, and a
listening ear, the better your chances for recovery. Such like,
 Incline on close friends and family - Having the support of friends and family
members is an invaluable asset in recovery. If you’re reluctant to turn to your
loved ones because you’ve let them down before, consider going to relationship
counseling or family therapy.
 Build a social network - If your previous social life revolved around drugs, you
may need to make some new connections. It’s important to have sober friends
who will support your recovery. Try taking a class, joining a church or a civic
group, volunteering, or attending events in your community.
 Make education a priority -
Rationalization for the solution

The group’s video presentation is an effective way of promoting the awareness of

drug addiction

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/drug-abuse-and-addiction.htm

https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/drug-abuse-addiction#1

https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/overcoming-drug-addiction.htm

http://www.addvisor.com/drug-abuse-solutions.html