Drug Abuse Vs. Addiction - The Causes And Management
The Difference Between Drug Abuse and Drug Addiction
When you hear your loved one is addicted, it can be more painful and difficult to know what to do?
One among many growing problems that human society faces in this century is drug addiction and drug abuse.We may call it as a complex brain disease.It is characterized by uncontrollable, at times wild, drug cravings, seeking and use that continue even in the face of extremely negative consequences.
Drug abuse is the misuse of any material legally or illegally.Many illegal medicines are in danger of being abused because of their addiction properties.
The repeated drug abuse leads to drug addiction.It is the craving for a particular drug and is considered to be genetic and psychologically based.
The spread of drugs is causing a gigantic threat to the future generation.Drug abuser or addict is completely self centered and cares least about others.
The addict starts with taking the drug to relieve pain or get a ‘thrill’.Gradually he becomes physically dependent to, requiring a dose every day.Today drug habit has become a fashion among the young generation.Some other people get addicted to this problem to overcome frustration and mental tension.Minor tranquilizers prescribed by doctors may also lead to abuse and then addiction, if taken regularly for a considerable length of time.
Drugs have an effect on the nervous system especially the brain which controls the voluntary action.So a man under the influence of a drug is unable to walk correctly and he staggers.Continuous addiction leads to improper functioning of digestive system, especially the liver, leading to death ultimately.
The voluntary indulgence of the youth is necessary to make the masses aware of the dangers of drug abuse.The medically treated addicts must be brought in regular connection with an anti drug community, where former drug addicts shall yield confidence in them.There should be strict supervision by his parents and friends throughout his treatment.Success of the treatment means that he has been helped to build new, positive attitude and to take control of his life once more. Addiction can be treated by ‘spiritual healing and’ by practicing’ yoga’.In short drug addiction is a mental weakness which is of no use for the growth of human life.It will not bring a constant happiness to our lives.So it is best to keep away from the company of those who have remedy to drugs or sell them.Remember about the physical damage, mental disturbances, and ethical humiliation, social and financial crashes.So for God’s sake one should never be tempted by them.