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Drug Abuse - College Paper

Drug Abuse

In the United States of America, we, the people value several
things, some of which are freedom, expanding and taking care of our
families and our financial security. We, the people, take such things for
granted. We also discourage some behavior, such as crime, laziness and use
of illegal drugs. Drug abuse is one of the most discouraged behaviors in
our country. Use of illegal drugs is harmful to the user and all those
with whom the user comes in contact. There are over 40 million illegal
drug users in the world today and America is the biggest market for drugs1 .
There are more drug dealers in this country, than there are dentists.
Illegal drug abuse must be stopped; it hurts our ...

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in many ways. The most
popular drug in America, alcohol, is generally thought of as socially
acceptable and relatively harmless. But it can have devastating effects.
Alcohol might seem very harmless but it can harm the user very easily.
Alcohol is easy to obtain and consume. It is taken as a beverage and,
since it is legal, it can be purchased at the corner store. The immediate
effects on the user are relaxation and a slight anesthetic effect.
Alcohol is a very addictive drug. There are more than 18 million
alcoholics in America2 , an indication of how widespread its harmful
effects are. Alcoholics normally drink a lot on mornings and weeknights,
at times which separate them for normal "social" drinkers. Often, the
alcohol will bring out a violent temper and often, alcoholics abuse,
physically and mentally, their friends and family. Drinking makes the
drinker feel he is more con fident. The drinker thinks he is in control,
even if a little high, and he might get ...

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Added: 11/3/2005 10:50:26 AM
Category: Legal Issues
Type: Premium Paper
Words: 1024
Pages: 4

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