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    Drug Abuse : A Social Issue

    By
    Nishant
    Introduction
     Drug abuse happens when people use drug in a way that is
    harmful or dangerous. This includes using illegal drugs
    misusing prescription medication, or taking over the
    counter drugs incorrectly. When people abuse drugs, it can
    cause serious problems in health, relationships and
    everyday life.
    Content
     Types of drug
     Causes of drug

     Historical events of drug abuse

     Acts made by Supreme Court against drug abuse

     conclusion
    Types of drug
     Stimulants: Stimulants increase activity in the brain or
    nervous system. They can make a person more awake,
    energetic and focused.
    Eg.- Caffeine: Tea, coffee and energy drink.
    Nicotine: Tobacco products.
     Depressants: Depressants slow down the brain and nervous

    system, which can make people relaxed and sleepy.


    Eg.- Alcohol, Benzodiazepines and barbiturates.
     Narcotics: Narcotics are powerful drugs that relieve pain

    but can also create feelings of euphoria. They are highly


    addictive.
    Eg.- Prescription Opioids: Morphine, Oxycodone,
    Hydrocodone.
    Heroin: Derived from morphine.

    Cannabis: Cannabis, or marijuana, can have effect similar
    to both stimulants and depressants. It make people relaxed
    and happy or increase appetite.
    Eg.- Marijuana and Hashish.
    Causes of drug
    Drug abuse is a serious issue affecting individuals and
    societal worldwide, understanding the case of drug abuse can
    help in finding effective solution to prevent and address it.
     Psychological Factor : Stress and Anxiety

    Trauma and abuse


    Mental health disorder
     Social and Environmental Factors: Peer pressure

    Family
     Biological and Genetic factors: Genetics

    Development factors
    Historical events of drug
    abuse
     Opium Trade and Addiction in the 19th
    Century
     Punjab Heroin Crisis
     Codeine Cough Syrup Abuse
     Major Drug Seizures
    Acts made by Supreme Court
    Court against Drug Abuse
    • Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance
    Act, 1985
    • The Drug Cosmetic Act, 1940
    • Supreme Court Ruling on Drug Abuse
    Impact on society with respect
    to Drug Abuse in India
     Drug laws in India governed by the Narcotic Drugs and
    Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985. These laws have
    a great impact on Indian society. These laws aim to control
    the production, distribution and consumption of drugs as well
    as reducing drug abuse and its harmful effect on society.
     The strict penalties under the NDPS Act, including long prison
    and heavy fines helped in reducing the crime rate associated
    with drugs, such as theft, violence, and organized crime.
     The laws help to prevent the misuse of prescription of drugs.
    This reduce the risk of addiction and health problems in the
    general population.
     Because of these acts peoples life is improving. The educated
    people takes part in drug abuse campaigns.
    Conclusion
    Drug abuse is a serious issue that affects many aspects of
    society, from health to crime. In India, efforts to control and
    reduce drug abuse include law like Narcotic Drugs and
    Psychotropic Substances Act and ruling by Supreme Court
    that push for better treatment and support systems. While
    these measures are important, ongoing efforts are needed to
    improve prevention treatment, and law enforcement to
    effectively tackle drug abuse and support affected
    individuals.

    Thank you

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