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Chapter 10
Drugs
Lesson 1
Drug Use and Abuse
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 drug
A substance other than food that changes the
structure or function of the body or mind
 over-thecounter
Found on the shelves of local pharmacy or
grocery stores
 drug misuse
Taking or using medicine in a way that is not
intended
 drug abuse
Intentionally using drugs in a way that is
unhealthful or illegal
In this lesson, you will be able to
 define drug.
 describe drug abuse.
 identify risks associated with drug use.
 apply the decision-making steps to make a healthful choice
about taking medicine.
Outline
Make an Outline
Using the main heads in this
lesson, make an outline of
the lesson. As you read, fill
in your outline with details.
1. What Is A Drug?
a.
b.
c.
2. _____________
a.
b.
c.
What Is a Drug?
Most teens know the risks involved with drug use.
drug A substance other than food that changes the
structure of the body or mind
Most teens avoid drugs that are illegal or that are not
given by their doctor.
Drugs as Medicine
Many drugs that prevent or cure illnesses or treat
symptoms are available over-the-counter (OTC).
over-the-counter Found on the shelves of local
pharmacy or grocery stores
Prescription medicines can be legally obtained only
with a doctor’s written permission.
Drug Use
Even helpful medicines and pain relievers found at
your local drugstore can be harmful if they are used
incorrectly or without the permission of your doctor.
Combining medicines without a doctor’s permission
can be very dangerous.
Drug Misuse and Abuse
Drug misuse may involve taking too much of a drug
or taking a medication prescribed for someone else.
drug misuse Taking or using medicine in a way that is not intended
Misuse of drugs can lead to drug abuse.
drug abuse Intentionally using drugs in a way that is unhealthful
or illegal
Drug Misuse and Abuse
Fewer people are using illegal drugs.
More people are misusing prescription drugs.
Recognizing the Risks
Risks to Physical Health
Risks to Mental/Emotional Health
Damage to the brain and nervous system
Weakened ability to think and learn
Feelings of nausea or confusion
Low self-esteem
Loss of ability to walk or talk
Decrease ability to relate to others
Memory loss
Risks to Social Health
Seizure
Personality changes
Coma
Mood swings
Death
Losing touch with feelings
Drug addiction
Losing touch with family and friends
Drug Use and Depression
Drug users may suffer from
depression, a state of being
sad or having feelings of
hopelessness. This term comes
from the Latin word deprimere,
which means “to press down.”
Lesson 1 Review
What I Learned
Vocabulary Define drug misuse.
Lesson 1 Review
What I Learned
Explain How can medicines be harmful?
Lesson 1 Review
What I Learned
Identify Name three ways drug abuse affects mental/
emotional health.
Lesson 1 Review
What I Learned
List Name three effects drugs can have on a
person’s health.
Lesson 1 Review
Thinking Critically
Evaluate What is the difference between using drugs
as a medicine and abusing drugs?
Lesson 1 Review
Thinking Critically
Analyze How might pain relievers be misused or
abused?
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Chapter 10
Drugs
Lesson 1
Drug Use and Abuse
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