10 Interesting Fact About The science of addiction and substance abuse
10 Interesting Fact About The science of addiction and substance abuse
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Misuse of substances can change brain activity, affect the ability of a person to make decisions and control behavior.
Men are more likely to be a substance abusers than women, but women are more susceptible to the damaging effects of the use of substances.
Abuse of alcohol and drugs can trigger mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis.
Nicotine replacement therapy, such as gum or patch, can help people stop smoking.
Dependency can develop in prescription drugs prescribed by a doctor, including painkillers and sedatives.
Abuse of substances can affect the development of adolescent and young adults, and can affect their ability to learn and develop.
Cognitive behavior therapy and opiate replacement therapy can help people who depend on drugs to recover.
Misuse of substances can cause damage to organs such as liver, lungs, brain, and kidney.
Misuse of substances can affect a person's social and family relationship and can affect a person's ability to maintain work.
Misuse of substances can affect the security and legal system, because it can trigger criminal acts and abuse of substances in prison or rehabilitation center.
