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…factor for the development of mental health problems' (MTCAWA e-mail interview). These problems take many forms, all affecting women's ability to attain a basic quality of life for herself and her family. Abuse is strongly associated with alcoholism and drug…

…abuse causes people to act in an unpredictable manner. When an individual is acting under the influence of drugs, he or she may do things unknowingly. Due to the drug, the individual may be acting on impulse or feelings and may not be aware…

…Alcoholism is a primary, chronic disease, continuous over drinking. The disease is often progressive and fatal. Alcohol is the most widely used and abused drug in America. There are 103 million people are current drinkers, and 11 million are heavy…

…, denial of anything being wrong, abuse of drugs, provocative behavior, unrealistic beliefs in one's abilities or powers, inflated self-esteem, increased sexual drive, and poor judgment. When you are in the depressive state, you may experience abuse of drugs…

…Steroids What are steroids? Anabolic androgenic steroids are synthetic derivatives of the male hormone testosterone that are taken to build muscle, enhance performance, and improve appearance. The drug’s anabolic or “muscle-building” effects help…

…policy. He said, “It’s destructive to focus the county on one small part of drug use, Focusing on marijuana ignores the rising use of methamphetamine and the fact that heroin appears to be coming back, and ignores the No. 1 drug of abuse among high school…

…, marijuana is listed as a Schedule I substance, which defines it as having “a high potential for abuse” and “no currently accepted medical use.” Marijuana is therefore classified more severely than cocaine and morphine, which as Schedule II drugs are also banned…

…dramatically and remained at minimal levels for nearly 50 years. <Tab/>Today, cocaine is a Schedule II drug, so it has high potential for abuse but can be administered by a doctor for legitimate medical uses, such as a local anesthetic for certain eye…

…the leading recreational drug. Events in the eighties showed cocaine abuse exploded at the same time marijuana use declined. There is evidence that cannabis may be a substitute for other drugs such as alcohol and hard drugs. A survey by Dr. Patricia Morgan…

…, and the International Federation of Body Builders have followed suit. Athletes and non-athletes alike are still abusing anabolic steroids to excel in sports. Anabolic steroids belong to a group of androgenic drugs. They are synthetic derivatives of testosterone…