JK PANORAMA OCTOBER ISSUE E-MAGAZINE

Drug addiction
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ccording to the latest survey, prescription drug
abuse is the fastest-growing drug problem among
A12- to 17-year-olds, and one out of every five high
school students has wrongfully used such medications. It
appears there's an information deficit in the fight against
drugs, and it's one that needs to be remedied quickly.
Teens and parents should not be lulled into thinking
the medications are less dangerous because their
manufacture is regulated and they are prescribed by
medical professionals. The fact is, taking these drugs
unauthorized -- illegally -- can have powerful effects on
developing brains and bodies, and teens who abuse any
type of drug are more likely to face addiction problems later
on.
Drug addiction is a problem that has been increasing
immensely among our society today. Drug addictions can
only hinder or restrain us from accomplishing goals or
dreams in life. People sometimes feel they are too bright,
too powerful, too much in control to become addictive.
Addiction can trap anyone. It can lead to harming one's
body, causing problems in family structure, and contribute
to the delinquency in society. The sooner people seek help
for drug addiction problems, the more chances they have
of gaining control of their life once again. However,
abstinence is the safest way to live a longer and healthier
life. A stronger, more focused community response will
help as well. As the trends in drug abuse shift, school, law
enforcement and health officials will need to expand their
anti-drug message. Without more information and action,
the threat of prescription drug abuse among teens will only
worsen.
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October 2017
JK