Drug Abuse Phenomenon

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What are some of the harms associated with drug abuse mentioned in the text?

  • Religious harm, kidney and liver diseases (correct)
  • Muscle pain, respiratory infections
  • Social enhancement, improved memory
  • Economic benefits, mental clarity

Why is drug abuse described as a dangerous phenomenon?

  • It has no impact on economic aspects
  • It threatens individuals and groups with various harms (correct)
  • Because it enhances social interactions
  • Due to its positive impact on mental functions

What is a consequence of drug addiction highlighted in the text?

  • Increased crime rates in society (correct)
  • Improved social harmony
  • Enhanced family unity
  • Moral values preservation

Which age group has seen a decrease in drug abuse according to the text?

<p>Teenagers around 17 years old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is drug abuse described in terms of the problems it poses?

<p>Psychological, physical, economic, and moral problem (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is addiction to narcotic substances considered a legal problem?

<p>It results in a waste of human strength and a clash with societal laws. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does addiction affect the mental functions of an individual?

<p>It affects perception, remembering, and imagination negatively. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is addiction considered an economic problem?

<p>It results in financial losses due to combating, punishing, and loss of productivity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean when someone is described as 'addicted' to alcohol?

<p>They exhibit steady dependence on alcohol. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do some view addiction in relation to psychological disorders?

<p>Addiction is a symptom of an underlying psychological disorder. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates addiction to narcotic substances as a legal problem?

<p>It involves a clash with societal laws (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is addiction described in terms of its impact on an individual's mental functions?

<p>It impairs perception, remembering, and imagination (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What economic aspect is associated with addiction according to the text?

<p>It results in a loss for both the individual and society (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is addiction considered a psychological problem according to the text?

<p>It is a symptom and signal of an existing psychological disorder (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'addiction' mean based on the context provided?

<p>Perseverance or steady dependence on something (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does addiction affect an individual's labor force participation according to the text?

<p>It makes them idle from work and production (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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