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NSTP2 Module 4 Assignment

The document discusses drug dependency and addiction. It describes the physical, psychological, and behavioral manifestations of drug dependency. Physically, drug dependency can cause cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and growing tolerance requiring higher doses. Psychologically, it can result in hallucinations, delusions, and abrupt mood changes. Behaviorally, drug dependency is linked to neglecting responsibilities, criminal activity, impulsivity, and poor decision making. The document emphasizes the importance of educating youth about illegal drugs to increase awareness of risks and harms, reduce drug abuse, and promote healthy lifestyles.

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NSTP2 Module 4 Assignment

The document discusses drug dependency and addiction. It describes the physical, psychological, and behavioral manifestations of drug dependency. Physically, drug dependency can cause cravings, withdrawal symptoms, and growing tolerance requiring higher doses. Psychologically, it can result in hallucinations, delusions, and abrupt mood changes. Behaviorally, drug dependency is linked to neglecting responsibilities, criminal activity, impulsivity, and poor decision making. The document emphasizes the importance of educating youth about illegal drugs to increase awareness of risks and harms, reduce drug abuse, and promote healthy lifestyles.

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Causing, Frances C.

BSA 1-14
MODULE 4 – CWTS 10023

ASSIGNMENTS

Task 1:

Answer the following:

1. Describe the manifestations of drug dependency in terms of the following:

a. Physical

1. Cravings and withdrawal. When the body is stressed without the drug, physical
withdrawal symptoms occur. While it is possible to have a physical dependence
without being addicted, addiction is nearly always present. Addicts progress from
wanting drugs to needing them to feel good, and if those demands aren't met, they'll
start to feel withdrawal symptoms within a few hours of their previous dose. Although
not everyone will experience withdrawal symptoms in the same way, the following
are some of the more common ones such as aching muscles, muscle spasms, anxiety
or agitation, increased heart rate, difficulty concentrating, detachment from reality,
nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, depression, hallucinations or delusions.
2. Growing Tolerance. When a person develops tolerance to a drug, they no longer react
the same way they did when they first took it because as their dependency
progresses, drug addicts must consume greater doses of the drug in order to produce
the same effects and drug addicts with a high tolerance may consume dosages that
put them at risk of overdosing.

b. Psychological and Emotional

1. Hallucinations and delusions. The psychological state of someone who abuses drugs
is also affected. When people are high on illegal drugs, they may experience
hallucinations, it can also happen when they suddenly quit it and when the drug users
abuse drugs repeatedly, they may lose contact with reality at the extremes of
addiction, to the point where medical attention is required.
2. Abrupt changes in mood. Mood swings that are unexplained or appear abruptly are
one of the most typical symptoms that someone is dealing with addiction. Drug
addicts may be hyperactive, affectionate, or excitable when they are high but after
the high wears off, they may become furious, irritated, or even verbally aggressive
and withdrawal symptoms sets in as chemical imbalances develop.
Causing, Frances C.

BSA 1-14
c. Behavioral
1. Neglectfulness. They begin to neglect social and family responsibilities as their drug
addiction progresses. Eventually, one's ability to stop using is harmed. What started
out as a personal preference has evolved into a physical and psychological
requirement. The physical and mental toll of their drug abuse can make it difficult for
them to handle or even recall their own duties as drugs have become their priority.
2. Involvement in criminal activity. Offenders frequently engage in criminal activity in
order to support their drug dependency. In general, drug users are more likely to
commit crimes than nonusers. They are likely to becoming impulsive and losing their
ability to make rational decisions, which can lead to numerous of troubles.

2. Explain why the youth must be educated on the matter of illegal drugs.

It is important that people raise awareness and knowledge about the risks of drugs and drug
abuse and nowadays, effective drug education is highly needed since young people are more
exposed to numerous influences to use both licit and illicit drugs. Drug education can help to
reduce harm and promote safety, it allows them to get the knowledge, skills, and attitudes they
need to recognize the advantages of living a healthy lifestyle not just for the youth but also for
some of the adults who are not educated enough.

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