WHAT IS A LONG TERM EFFECT? A long-term effect is the consequence or outcome that occurs after prolonged exposure to or use of a substance, behavior, or condition. Unlike short-term effects, which happen immediately or soon after, long-term effects can take years to develop and may be permanent or very difficult to reverse.
LONG TERM EFFECTS OF SUBSTANCE USE AND ABUSE LONG TERM EFFECTS Lasts for a couple of Months, years, or even permanent .
GATEWAY DRUGS (Alcohol)
GATEWAY DRUGS (Tobacco)
DEPRESSANTS (Downers)
STIMULANTS (Uppers) Long term effects
NARCOTICS (Painkillers)
HALLUCINOGENS (Hallucinate)
EFFECTS OF DRUG USE Aside from oneself, drug use also affects the immediate family , school and community where the drug user lives.
EFFECTS OF DRUG USE & ABUSE ON THE FAMILY Broken and unhappy family ties Ignored duties and responsibilities Financial constraint due to drug dependence and addiction High cost of drug treatment and rehabilitation Family Dishonor and embarrassment Separation of Family Members
EFFECTS OF DRUG USE & ABUSE ON THE SCHOOL Poor Academic Performance Increased rate of absenteeism and tardiness Increased incidence of school fights Low academic achievement rate Incidence of disrespect to school authorities
EFFECTS OF DRUG USE & ABUSE ON THE COMMUNITY High incidence of Crime (Stealing, Robbery, Snatching) High incidents of accidents (road accidents, accidental falling) Affected economy due to low manpower production Loss of government funds due to drug-related operations, treatment and rehabilitations.