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DRUG ABUSE

CONTENT

Meaning of Drug Abuse
Meaning of Illegal Drugs
Some Illegal Drugs
Effects of Drug Abuse
Socio-economic Consequences of Drug Abuse on Youths
Prevention of Drug Abuse
Drug Control Agencies
Activities of Drug Control Agencies

Meaning of Drug Abuse

Drug abuse is the use of drugs not prescribed by a doctor or using them in a way that is not in accordance with a doctor’s prescription. In spite of the potential harm that all drugs pose to the health of users and society, people still use drugs without caution.

Meaning of Illegal Drugs

Illegal drugs are drugs that have been banned by law in a country. It is illegal to use, possess or supply such drugs. Some illegal drugs have been categorized as “Prescription only”, meaning that they may only be used legally if prescribed by a doctor but are illegal to use, possess or supply in any other circumstance.

Some Illegal Drugs

Effects of Drug Abuse

Stomach upset or discomfort.

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