THE EFFECT OF DRUG ABUSE ON THE YOUTH__CSC 121__Chukwuemeka Kelechi__200l__BCH.pptx

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1. By Chukwuemeka Kelechi Biochemistry 200 level CLU/21/SC/BCH/066 THE EFFECT OF DRUG ABUSE ON THE YOUTH

2. ETYMOLOGY OF DRUG Etymologically derived from the Middle Dutch word  " droge ( vate )" meaning "dry (barrels)" , referring to medicinal plants preserved as dry matter in barrels.

3. DEFINITON OF DRUG The World Health Organization Defines drug as a substance that can alter the physiological functioning of a living creature.

4. ALARMING FACTS ON DRUGS

5. Drug abuse can be defined in many ways. Drug abuse has several dimensions including Legal Pharmacological Medical Social Mental CONCEPT OF DRUG ABUSE

6. Drug abuse is linked to drug addiction and drug dependence Drug addiction is a neuropsychological disorder characterized by a persistent and intense urge to use a drug, despite substantial harm and other negative consequences. Repetitive drug use often alters brain function in ways that perpetuate craving, and weakens self-control. Drug dependence is   a chronic, progressive disease characterized by significant impairment that is directly associated with persistent and excessive use of a psychoactive substance . Impairment may involve physiological, psychological, or social dysfunction.

7. Most commonly abused drugs

8. Most commonly abused drugs

9. STATISTICS SHOW THAT YOUTHS ARE THE MOST VULNERABLE TO DRUG ABUSE

10. GLOBAL DRUG SURVEY 2022 The greatest percentage of recent drug use occurs between ages of 16-24y for all drugs except cocaine that peaks in the 25-34y old age group. The percentage of last year drug use more than halves between the age of 25 and 50 for almost all drugs. The high percentage for tobacco use among the younger drug using populations is a concern.

11. YOUTHS AT RISK DRUG ABUSE IS LETHAL DRUG ABUSE IS ADDICTIVE

12. SHOCKING DATA ON YOUTH DRUG ABUSE

13. SHOCKING DATA ON YOUTH DRUG ABUSE 2

14. EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE IN YOUTHS Young people who are into severe drug abuse face many problems like academic issues, physical and mental health problems, disturbed relationships, and worse, interaction with the juvenile justice system. This does not stop just here. The effects are often extended for their family members, their communities, and even the entire society.

15. Overview of the effects of drug abuse on the youths

16. Legal effects of drug abuse on the youths Possession of illegal drugs lands young people in court. If a person is caught distributing or selling substances, it can even lead to a sentence in prison. Once a teenager’s prison records are created, the future life for them can be extremely difficult.

17. Legal consequences of drug abuse on youths continued A criminal record can lead to long-term legal issues like: Admission or readmission to school Eligibility for public housing Job opportunities Financial aid for studies Joining the armed forces

18. Physical effects of drug abuse on the youths Physical effects of drug abuse among youth include

19. Physical effects of drug abuse on the youths (2) Also, drug-abusing teens are more susceptible to diseases like HIV/AIDS due to sexual contact with an infected person or sharing of unsterile injections.

20. Mental effects of drug abuse on the youths Several mental health issues are common to young people who abuse drugs :

21. HIGHLIGHTS OF EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE ON THE YOUTHS Smoking and alcoholism are intrinsically pernicious

22. Amnesia and related conditions such as ataxia, dyslexia etc. gradually sets in.

23. Drug abuse is seriously linked to drug addiction in youths

24. RISK FACTORS AND CONSEQUENCES Drug abuse has many consequences which greatly affect the youths

25. ALARMING FACTS

26. SCARY FACT 1 2022 data

27. SCARY FACT 2 2022 Data

28. SAY NO TO DRUGS