Subtance use and abuse
what is problematic substance use?
Problematic substance use
is when someone uses
drugs or alcohol in a harmful way
who can be affected ?
Family
Friends
School
Yourself
why do people abuse substances ?
A person is trying to fix an issue within their life and they see drugs as the solution.
Someone was forced to take drugs by a parent or by a friend
what percentage of school aged
children are abusing substances ?
60 percent of high school students
44 percent of middle school Students
what are some warning signs of
problematic substance use?
Sudden changes in mood.
Aggressive behavior.
Depression.
Suicidal thoughts.
Main topic
what are some related behaviours?
Feeling of exhilaration and excess confidence.
No energy
cannot stand still
Smell
They Can't speak properly
where can someone get help from?
There are many websites
School teacher
Parents
Guidance counselor
Is ploblematic substance use linked
to mental illness?
Yes, in a survey they found that who experience a mental illness during their lives will also experience a substance use disorder and vice versa.