MODERN ZEN PRESENTATION

alcohol and drugs abuse

CAROLINA MARTINS HELENA LEAL

WHAT ARE DRUGS AND ALCOHOL?

DRUGS

ALCOHOL

Alcohol is a psychoactive substance that alters the body's functions, starting by affecting the brain. It is found in drinks like beer, wine, and spirits, with ethanol as the active ingredient.

Drugs are substances that alter the way the body or mind functions. Their effects can vary widely, depending on both the type of drug and the individual using them.

when were drugs invented?

1987

1943

1898

1859

1800

prozac

LSD

heroin

cocain

morphine

alcohol consumption all over the world

drugs: legal or illegal?

Legal drugs:

• alcohol
• tabacco
• prescriptions medication

Illegal drugs:

• cocaine
• heroin
• ecstasy
• cannabis

WHY DO PEOPLE USE DRUGS AND ALCOHOL?

DRUGS:

ALCOHOL:

• stress relief
• culture and tradition
• pleasure and enjoyment
• peer pressure

• medical reason
• recreational use
• coping mechanism
• peer pressure

effects of alcohol and drugs

effects of drugs

effects of alcohol

• euphoria, mood swings and lack of motor skills
• dehidration, nausea and sedation
• addiction
• health problems like liver and brain damage

• euphoria, increased energy, anxiety and lack of coordenation
• depression, addiction and dependency
• health issues like heart diseases

drugs and alcohol: impact on society

drugs:

ALCOHOL:

• Diseases
• Lost productivity
• Crime and violence
• Cultural significance

• Healthcare system
• Crime and violence
• Family problems
• Ecomic costs

How to decrease the use of drugs and alcohol

• Public awareness and education campaigns
• Stronger regulations and laws
• Support for rehabilitation and treatment programs
• Reduce alcohol marketing
• Family and friends support

Let's stay informed, support those in need and promote healthier choices for a better future

conclusion

Drugs use and alcohol consumption in teenager is a growing and worrying problem, affecting not only physical and mental health, but also social and academic development.

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