Assignment 9-Ruth Akua Maanu Annoh

Drug Abuse is the use of certain chemicals for the purpose of creating pleasurable effects on the brain. Clinically known as substance use disorder, drug abuse or addictive substances. Drugs include alcohol,marijuana, hallucinogens and opioids. Peer pressure is a strong factor in starting to use and misuse drugs, particularly for young people,lack of family involvement, difficult family situations or lack of a bond with your parents or siblings may increase the risk of addiction,and also lack of parental supervision.