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because the brain is not fully developed
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∙ 13y ago
Teens are more vulnerable to drug dependence due to their developing brains, which are more susceptible to the effects of addictive substances. Peer pressure, inadequate coping skills, and curiosity also contribute to their increased likelihood of becoming dependent on drugs. Additionally, teenagers may have limited access to resources for help and support.
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What is an occasional drug user?
This would be someone who does occasionally take drugs socially, but someone who does not do this on a regular basis and someone who is not dependent on or addicted to any drugs. The problem, is that many drugs are addictive and an occasional drug user can very easily and quickly become a drug addict.
How do adults doing drugs affect their children?
they make them do them to
What age do teens do drugs?
They are not supposed to its illegal but they can when they are adults
In what ways does a person become dependent on drugs?
Drugs usually have a physical addiction, which means if you don't have that drug, your body thinks it's not functioning properly. The addiction can make an individual do anything to get that drug. Some people would even kill their families to get money if they needed drugs.
Who are dependent to drugs?
Drug addicts, drug sellers, and in some cases doctors and the people the prescribe drugs to.
What drug is legal for adults only?
Adults don't have certain bad drugs that are only legal for them. Only thing that Adults can have that kids can't is Alcohol.
How do illegal drugs affect you?
From a legal standpoint, if you are caught buying, selling or carrying illegal drugs, you can be arrested and charged. Jail time and fines might be part of the punishment. This can have an affect on your personal life, relationships, jobs in the future, wealth and mental well-being. Illegal drugs also have damaging effects on your body, especially when you become addicted or become dependent on them.
What does repeal laws prohibiting adult possession and use of drugs mean?
"Repeal laws" means to get rid of laws that are currently in place "prohibiting" not allowing "adult possession and use of drugs." adults to have and use drugs. It means to get rid of laws that don't allow adults to have and use drugs.
What steps should a police agency take to reduce the likelihood that one of its employees will become dependent on drugs or alcohol?
In the town I live in a cop went to a rehab and then got promoted to a LT.
How many adults have died from drugs?
ill give you a hint .................... ALOT
What percentage of the population of incarcerated adults is from illegal drugs?
Nearly 72%
Why does the media portray drugs and alcohol?
My guess is to target youngsters and young adults. If youngsters and young adults starting doing drugs or smoking, the companies that produce these products will benefit, because of the long term relation they will have with the youngsters/young adults. They will get more and more money.
