Drug Addiction

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HOW ADDICTION AFFECTS THE BRAIN
Addiction affects the brain by tapping into its communication system and interferes with the way neurons normally send, receive and process the information.
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TYPES OF DRUGS
- Legal drugs-alcohol, nicotine, opioid and pain killers.
- Illegal drugs-heroin and cocaine.
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FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO DRUG ABUSE
- Genetics – genetics do play a role by predisposing in developing an addiction.
- Environment – Divorce, frequent arguments, mental illness, drug and alcohol use.
- Trauma – traumatic events can leave a scar on the mind, and over time victim choose to dull their pain with their drug of choice. These events include: Neglect
- Verbal, physical and sexual abuse Physical altercations, Nature disasters and Accidents
- Terrorism Mental illness – it is a matter of doing something to relieve stress and pain. Peer Pressure – Experiencing a sense of neglected or lack of attachment within 1

