Question

Identify one commonly abused substance. State possible risk factors for that substance. Identify the effects of that substance on the brain and other vital organs. Identify the signs and symptoms of an active substance user that is taking that abused substance you have chosen

Answer 1

substance abuse is otherwise known as drug abuse where there is excessive use of alcohol or drug.

The main factors that lead to substance abuse are :

-Genetic factors

-Co-existing Disorder

-Environmental risk

-Developmental aspect

*The substance abuse may affect the individuals, families and surrounding community

*The personal cost of substance abuse is:
-Lost productivity

-Failure at school

-Loss of employment

-Medical treatment

- Potential for illegal/criminal activity

-Risk of sexual assaults

-Loss of self-esteem

-Unintentional death

-Intentional self-harm

*Alcohol is more socially acceptable than any other drug use.

*Alcohol is a type of drug and that is a central nervous system depressant

Effect of alcohol abuse :

-Impairs brain function and motor skills Increase risk of injuries and alcohol poisoning)

-Impairs brain function and motor skill and may have increased risk of injuries and alcohol poisoning-

-Damage to developing fetus (fetus alcoholic syndrome)

-Increased risk of liver disease

-Certain cancers and stroke

-Risk of alcoholic dependence

*Signs and symptoms of alcohol abuse/alcohol intoxication:

-Emotional lability

-Slurred speech

-Ataxia etc