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Facts About Drugs
Facts About Drugs
FACTS ON DRUGS
(Philippine Setting)
they try it, and even regardless of dose and amount. Given that
Drugs
‘Dangerous drugs’ are those that have high tendency for abuse
Drug Abuse
than its intended purpose. This continued use can lead to drug
Drug Addiction
use.
Dependency
Anxiety
Confusion
Insomnia
Mood disturbances
Violent behavior
Studies also show that marijuana use can lead to lung cancer and
Inhalants
Hearing loss
Limb spasms
using drugs. While not all of these signs mean that one person is
If you suspect that a friend is using drugs, talk to him or her. Let
your friend know that you care. Talk to your parents, teacher,
You alone can't make your friend stop doing drugs. It takes
Words to Remember
live. All an addicted drug user can think about is getting the next
High - A high is the feeling that drug users want to get when
When the effects of a stimulant wear off, a person will feel tired
or sick.