Unit 1 - Reading Extent Objective

Unit 1 - Objectives of Reading Extent

• Reading extent objective involves understanding the issue of addiction.
• Aims to identify reasons for addiction, understand its consequences, and ways to combat it
• Examines the impact of addiction globally.
• Highlights the dangerous trends regarding addiction and intoxication in India and worldwide.
• Stresses the multifaceted nature of addiction, including its widespread implications across various aspects of life.
• Underscores the need for effective measures and interventions to address the problem.
• Noteworthy is the rising prevalence of addiction globally and its negative impacts.

What is Drug?

• A drug is defined as a substance with various effects on the body and mind.
• It can cause a range of changes: psychological, physiological, or societal;
• It influences behavior and mood, can cause a variety of physical changes.
• There are various types of drugs with different effects, creating a need for further study.
• Drugs vary greatly in their effects, use, and associated consequences, needing careful evaluation.

Define Drug Abuse

• Drug abuse is using a controlled substance in a way that harms one's health or well-being, or causes social issues
• Includes excessive use, using in wrong ways, or using substances not intended for medicinal purposes.

What is Alcoholism?

• Alcoholism is a chronic disease involving excessive and harmful alcohol consumption.
• It includes compulsive use, tolerance, withdrawal.
• Alcoholism manifests as a detrimental cycle of addiction, impacting individuals' mental and physical well-being.

Causes of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction

• Social factors, like economic hardship and social isolation
• Trauma and psychological issues
• Family history of addiction and mental health issues
• peer pressure and cultural factors that encourage substance abuse