Choose Life, Not Drugs!

SUBSTANCE ABUSE

There's a fine line between regular drug use and drug abuse and addiction. Of course, drug use—either illegal or prescription—doesn’t automatically lead to abuse. 

What exactly is substance abuse?

Excessive use of psychoactive drugs, such as alcohol, pain medications or illegal drugs is Substance Abuse.

Risk factors for drug addiction -:

• Family history of substance use

• Poor parental monitoring

• Parental substance use

• Family rejection of sexual orientation or gender identity

• Lack of school connectedness

• Low academic achievement

• Peer Pressure

• Childhood sexual abuse

Warning Signs of substance abuse -:

• Bloodshot eyes, pupils larger or smaller than usual

• Unusual smells on breath, body, or clothing, or impaired coordination

• Neglecting responsibilities at school, work, or home

• Risk taking when you’re using, such as driving, having unprotected sex

• Sudden mood swings, irritability, spaced-out, or angry outbursts

• Appears fearful, anxious, or paranoid, with no reason

Damaging effects -:

• Risk of Infectious Disease

• Cardiovascular Damage

• Risk of Cancer

• Respiratory System Damage

• Gastrointestinal Damage

• Liver Damage

• Kidney Damage

• Musculoskeletal Damage

• Hormonal Effects

• Prenatal Effects

• Neurological Effects

• Mental Health Effects

• Death

Road to recovery -:

• Explore your addiction treatment options

• Find support for your addiction recovery

• Learn healthy ways to cope with stress

• Be aware of drug triggers

• Cope with drug cravings

• Build a meaningful drug-free life

• Don’t let relapse keep you down

IF YOU CAN QUIT FOR A DAY, YOU CAN QUIT FOR A LIFETIME!

Don't Trade Your Future for a Temporary High! Keep Calm, Say NO to drugs.

Thank you Ladli Foundation & LFPS (Shivaji Park). I TANYA TYAGI of class XI-D appreciate this golden opportunity to work as a community warrior.