Drugs
Drugs are substances that bring about changes in the functioning of cells in the human body. This note contains information about drugs, their effects and prevention measures.
Summary
Drugs are substances that bring about changes in the functioning of cells in the human body. This note contains information about drugs, their effects and prevention measures.
Things to Remember
- Drugs are substances that bring about changes in the functioning of cells in the human body. There are various kinds of drugs, such as opium, heroin, cocaine, hashish, bhang, etc.
- People have been taking alcohol during social ceremonies since ancient times. People have also been using alcohol in gatherings, ceremonies and parties. The use of alcohol is not considered as illegal as it is sold openly in the market. Alcohol comes in different forms, they are raksi, jaand, brandy, wine, whiskey, rum, gin, etc.
- People use tobacco to smoke. Intake of smoke from tobacco is called smoking. Smoking is done in various ways such as cigarettes, bindi, tambaku, kakkad, khaini, surti and cigar. Tobacco contains a chemical substance known as nicotine.
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Drugs
Drugs, alcohol and tobacco directly harm the brain and the nerves, either by stimulating or depressing them. This negatively affects the physical health and social esteem.
Drugs
Drugs are substances that bring about changes in the functioning of cells in the human body. There are various kinds of drugs, such as opium, heroin, cocaine, hashish, bhang, etc. Some drugs act as a stimulant and some act as depressants. Due to this, functions of heart, lungs, liver, intestines, kidneys, eyes and other body organs are debilitated.
Effects of Drugs
Regular intake of any drugs has immediate and long lasting effects. They are as follow:
- Immediate effects: Bad breath, red eyes, unusual mentality, nausea, excitement, lack of appetite, weakness of the body, dizzy, poor memory, increased heartbeat, irrational thinking, increased mentality giving rise to criminal activities, infection with HIV and other infectious diseases.
- Long terms effects:Adverse effects and damaged to sensitive organs like heart, brain, lungs, liver, intestine and kidneys occur. Infection from fatal diseases such as HIV AIDS and Hepatitis as the sharing of needles, syringes is common among drugs users.
Preventive measures
- Develop strong will power to say no to drug and avoid including drug user in your friend circle.
- Drug trafficking must be strictly controlled.
- The good family relationship should be maintained.
- During leisure, one should get involve in recreational activities.
- Rules and regulations on drugs should be enforced strictly.
Lesson
Drugs and Tobacco
Subject
Health and Physical Education
Grade
Grade 8
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