subject: Destructive End Result Of Drug Abuse [print this page] Individuals use drugs in many different processes. Some use them to treat ailments and illnesses; others use them as maintenance. But there are people who experiment with the use of drugs, out of interest or even because of pressure from peers. These individuals who utilize drugs beyond its therapeutic purpose are more popularly known as drug addicts.
Drug abuse has become a world spread dilemma. Nowadays many people are becoming drug addicts the problem is that they are unaware of the harmful effects of drug abuse.
Here are some drug abuse side effects that a person needs to be aware of:
Change In the Physical Aspect - There are specific changes that an individual should be aware of due to effects of drug addiction. Such changes would include alternation in sleeping pattern or difficulty in sleeping, change in appetite or change in weight depending on the substance being consumed and gastro intestinal upset. Other substances would cause blood shot eyes or imperforated nasal septum present in Indian hemp and cocaine addicts. Because of these changes you are more susceptible to disease and infection. The worst part is that this could lead you to your death.
Unexplained Change in Personality - People under the influence of drugs or those who abuse drugs are noticed to have noted changes in personality. These would include moodiness, euphoria, mania, insufficient inhibitions, and being physically and emotionally abusive. Making them more prone to doing crimes, undesired pregnancy and sexually transmitted infection.
Poor Performance in Work or School - Drug addicts have a marked decline in the performance in work and school. Poor work ethics, lack of concentration in doing tasks, inability to finish work, absenteeism, lack of drive and motivation are some of many things that an individual can notice from drug addicts. These individuals are regarded as unable to make a healthy relationship with others and they are unemployable.
These are just some of the drug addiction effects that you need to look out for. If one continues to be enslaved by drug addiction then a bright future is distant from you. Then again, there is always room for change and the individuals around us will always be willing to help as long as we are available to change.
