Addiction By: Ale Robles & Lindsay Cruz by Ale Robles

What drugs are commonly abused?

robleale005 — 2015-03-18 16:38:07 UTC

Drugs that are most commonly abused

involve Alcohol, Cocaine ,Heroin, Marijuana,

Tobacco, Steroids, Inhalants, Pain Killers, and Meth.

What are the costs of substance abuse to Society?

robleale005 — 2015-03-18 16:50:18 UTC

In average the cost of substance abuse to society

is about $559 billion a year.

Where can I learn more about the science of drug addiction?

robleale005 — 2015-03-18 16:54:38 UTC

You can learn more about the science of drug addiction

at the National institute of drug abuse website.

What Is drug addiction?

lindsayvanwynga — 2015-03-18 17:03:54 UTC

Drug addiction is a dependence on a legal or illegal drug or medication

Why do some people become addicted while others don't

robleale005 — 2015-03-18 17:13:53 UTC

As with many other conditions and diseases, addiction differs from person to person. Your health, family, genes and social environment all play a role in addiction.

What are withdrawal and detoxification?

robleale005 — 2015-03-19 16:23:58 UTC

Detoxification is a process in which the body is allowed

to free itself of a drug. During this period, the symptoms

of withdrawal are also treated. Drug withdrawal is the

Physical and mental symptoms that occur after stopping

or reducing intake of a drug

What happens to your brain if you keep taking drugs?

robleale005 — 2015-03-19 16:38:06 UTC

Drugs alter the way nerve cells normally send, receive, and process information. They do this by (1) imitating the brain’s natural chemical messengers, (2) by over-stimulating the “reward circuit” of the brain, (3) flooding the brain with excess chemicals, and (4) binding to receptors in the brain.

How do i know if someone is addicted to drugs?

robleale005 — 2015-03-19 16:55:41 UTC

If you’re worried that a friend or family member might be abusing drugs here are some common warning signs. (Unexplained change in personality or attitude, lack of motivation, secretive or suspicious behavior, unexplained need for money or financial problems, changes in appetite or sleep patterns etc..)

If a pregnant woman abuses drugs does it affect the fetus?

robleale005 — 2015-03-19 17:16:40 UTC

During pregnancy, everything you eat, drink, or take into your body affects you and the baby, therefore drugs can have a major impact on the baby. They can affect the baby both before and after he or she is born. They can Affect the baby's size, Affect how the baby's heart, lungs, and brain work and cause lifelong learning, emotional, and physical problems for the fetus.

Other than addiction, what are some other health consequences of abusing drugs?

lindsayvanwynga — 2015-03-20 15:49:03 UTC

Other than addiction, people may suffer from stroke, cancer, and mental disorders.

When is the best time ti get someone treatment

lindsayvanwynga — 2015-03-20 16:47:01 UTC

The best time to get someone to treatment is as soon as

possible. You mustn't wait until someone hits "rock bottom"

Are there effective treatments for addiction?

robleale005 — 2015-03-20 16:47:10 UTC

No single treatment is appropriate for everyone, but yes there are different types of effective treatments, such as counseling, medications, and treatment programs.

How is addiction a disease?

lindsayvanwynga — 2015-03-20 16:53:40 UTC

Addiction makes you feel as if you need the drug to survive.

It takes your strong will for you to be able to get better. You will

have to cooperate with the people who are trying to help you.

Where can i find more information about drug treatment programs?

robleale005 — 2015-03-20 16:58:50 UTC

For more infromation or finding drug treatments by state visit

How do drugs work in the brain?

lindsayvanwynga — 2015-03-20 17:01:27 UTC

It targets the brains reward system by flooding the circuit with dopamine, dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates movement, emotion, cognition, motivation,