Why it happens

Young people of all ages use drugs, alcohol and tobacco for different reasons, like to:
– Fit in
– Feel good
– Cope
– Perform better
– Try something new

They can find themselves susceptible to addiction, based on a lot of things — many they can’t control:
– Family history of dependence
– Pain following surgery or injury
– Failing/poor academics
– Social difficulty
– Depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions
– Trauma, early life stress, or sexual/physical abuse
– Lack of supervision at home

Speak to your family doctor or other health professional right away if you’re concerned someone you know could be misusing substances.

Come back tomorrow to learn what to do in case substance abuse happens. Till then here’s another post on Substance Misuse Truth > https://empress2inspire.blog/2021/03/01/substance-misuse-truth/

Reference : https://file.anthem.com/106489ANMENABS.pdf

13 responses to “Reasons for Substance Abuse”

    1. Glad you found the post informative Elizabeth.

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  1. I’ve struggled with addiction my whole life and the reason isn’t listed. I fear myself sober. My thoughts uncontrolled would drive me insane.

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    1. Thank you for sharing this. I apologise. I should have researched more. You are not alone. Always remember how far you have come.

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  2. Mr Shayan Das

    You did a great research for writing this piece. Thanks for sharing

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  3. Great information.

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  4. Just read this and totally appreciate your take on addiction. I wish people had better starts in life at times, but God is always good and He will help anyone struggling with addiction. Blessings and honor, Christine

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    1. Thank you Christine. I agree with you. I want people to be brave and seek help.

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      1. Brave? i am a decorated war veteran with a tour to iraq. I have a purple heart and valorous awards. I use drugs because they are amazing as fuck if you can control them.

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  5. Im writing a blog interviewing a hanful of substance abusers and exploring the things that make most of them strong or stronger than “normal” people….If anyone is interested in being a part of this project get ahold of me thomasannon@aol.com

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