group presentation on drug awareness.pptx

drug awareness

1. . ASLAM-U-ALIKUM!

2. SUBSTANCE USE disorder ;CAUSES PREVENTION AND TREATMENT

3. Prepared by ; T ayyeba bibi Presented with the collaboration of ; Rasheed and aqsa yousafzai BS 7 (psychology)

4. INTRODUCTION : Drug addiction, also called substance use disorder, is a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior and leads to an inability to control the use of a legal or illegal drug or medicine. Substances such as alcohol, marijuana and nicotine also are considered drugs. When you're addicted, you may continue using the drug despite the harm it causes.

5. Definition A substance use disorder (SUD) is a mental disorder that affects a person’s brain and behavior, leading to a person’s inability to control their use of substances such as legal or illegal drugs, alcohol, or medications. Symptoms can range from moderate to severe, with addiction being the most severe form of SUDs.

6. Causes The exact cause of substance use disorder is not known. A person's genes, the action of the drug, peer pressure, emotional distress, anxiety , depression , and environmental stress can all be factors. Environment . Environmental factors, including your family's beliefs and attitudes and exposure to a peer group that encourages drug use, seem to play a role in initial drug use . Genetics. Once you've started using a drug, the development into addiction may be influenced by inherited (genetic) traits, which may delay or speed up the disease progression..

7. Types

8. A lcohol .

9. Caffeine .

10. Cannabis (marijuana). .

11. • Tobacco/nicotine, such as smoking cigarettes and electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes or vaping ). .

12. • Hypnotics, sedatives and anxiolytics (anti-anxiety drugs), such as sleeping pills , benzodiazepines and barbiturates . .

13. Other • Hallucinogens, such as PCP and LSD. • Inhalants, such as paint thinners, aerosol sprays, gases and nitrites (poppers). • Prescription and non-prescription opioids, such as codeine, oxycodone and heroin. • Prescription and non-prescription stimulants, such as Adderall®, cocaine and methamphetamine.

14. Complications Dependence on drugs can create a number of dangerous and damaging complications, including: • health problems . Drug addiction can lead to a range of both short-term and long-term mental and physical health problems. These depend on what drug is taken. • Accidents . People who are addicted to drugs are more likely to drive or do other dangerous activities while under the influence. • Suicide . People who are addicted to drugs die by suicide more often than people who aren't addicted.

15. Family problems . Behavioral changes may cause relationship or family conflict and custody issues . • Problems at school . Drug use can negatively affect academic performance and motivation to excel in school . • Financial problems. Spending money to support drug use takes away money from other needs, could lead to debt, and can lead to illegal or unethical behaviors.

16. How common is substance use disorder ? Substance use disorder is common. Over 20 million people in the United States have at least one SUD. About 20% of people in the U.S. who have depression or an anxiety disorder also have a substance use disorder. Of the over 20 million people in the U.S. who have SUD: • 38% have a drug substance use disorder. • 73% have alcohol use disorder. • 12% have both a drug SUD and alcohol use disorder.

17. What is the most common substance use disorder ? Tobacco use disorder is the most common substance use disorder worldwide and in the United States .

18. What is the treatment for substance use disorder ? Effective treatments are available for substance use disorder. Treatment is highly individualized — one person may need different types of treatment at different times. As people with SUD often have co-occurring mental health conditions, treating them together rather than separately is generally better. The three main forms of treatment include: Detoxification. Cognitive and behavioral therapies. Medication-assisted therapies.

19. Detoxification In detoxification, you stop taking the substance(s), allowing them to leave your body Depending on the severity of the SUD, the substance or an alternative may be tapered off to lessen the effects of withdrawal. It’s the first major step of treatment for SUD. You can go through detoxification in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

20. Cognitive and behavioral therapies •Psychotherapy (talk therapy) can help treat SUD and any other co-occurring mental health conditions. Therapy also teaches healthy coping mechanisms. •Healthcare providers may recommend cognitive and behavioral therapies alone or in combination with medications. •Some examples of effective therapies for adults with SUDs include the following: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT): Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT): Assertive community treatment (ACT ) Therapeutic communities (TCs): Contingency management (CM

21. Medication l Medication may be part of your treatment plan. Medications can help modify your brain chemistry to help treat certain SUDs. They can also relieve cravings and withdrawal symptoms. Medication-assisted treatments are available for: • Opioids : Methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone are FDA-approved for the treatment of opioid use disorder . • Alcohol : Three FDA-approved drugs include naltrexone, acamprosate and disulfiram . • Tobacco: A nicotine patch, spray, gum or lozenge can help. Or your provider might prescribe bupropion or varenicline .

22. What you can do Before your appointment, be prepared: • Be honest about your drug use. When you engage in unhealthy drug use, it can be easy to downplay or underestimate how much you use and your level of addiction. To get an accurate idea of which treatment may help, be honest with your health care provider or mental health provider . • Make a list of all medicines, vitamins, herbs or other supplements that you're taking, and the dosages. Tell your health care provider and mental health provider about any legal or illegal drugs you're using . • Make a list of questions to ask your health care provider or mental health provider.

23. psychology:- Psychology is the study of human mind and behavior in a scientific way. It basically studies human character and its influence on their behavior. It is the application of knowledge to understand issues related to health, education, events, relationships, employment, etc. Psychology can help with decision making situations, time-management, stress and conflict situations, etc.

24. 5 ways Psychology is applicable in everyday life 1. Improving Communication Skills- 2. Building Relationships 3. Enriching Careers-. 4. Instills self-confidence- 5.One can gain insight into people’s behavior-

25. Any question?

26. Thank you !