Content Vocabulary euphoria juvenile drug trafficker

Some factors that influence the choices a teen makes about drug use may include: Peer pressure Family members Role models Media messages Perceptions of drug behavior Misleading information about drug abuse 2

Substance Abuse People abuse drugs for many reasons, such as the belief that drugs will help relieve problems. 3

Substance Abuse Some people turn to drugs because: They are trying to cope with stress and do not know how to deal with problems in healthy ways. They are seeking relief from physical or emotional pain. 4

Substance Abuse Personality Some people are naturally curious and may try drugs for the experience. Shyness or discomfort in social situations may lead others to use drugs. Tension, low self-esteem, and a poor self image are also factors that contribute to drug use. 5

Substance Abuse Peer Pressure Peer pressure is a strong motivator for people to use drugs. Some people may be influenced by others. Some people are risk takers. They may naturally be drawn to dangerous behavior. 6

Substance Abuse Peer Pressure Other reasons people may abuse drugs include: Values. Some may lack strong internal values. Boredom. Some wrongly believe that taking drugs provides pleasure. Escape from life’s problems. Some may use drugs as a substitute for something they are missing in their daily lives. 7

Substance Abuse The Nature of the Drug Some drugs cause feelings of pleasure or euphoria. euphoria A sense of great well-being and pleasure brought on by some drugs

Preventing Drug Abuse Family support, drug education programs, and legal or social consequences can prevent drug abuse. 9

Preventing Drug Abuse The Power of the Family The best prevention for drug abuse begins at home. Parents greatly influence the values, life goals, and directions of their children. Open communication, positive family relationships, and strong opposition to drug abuse all help guide teens away from drugs. 10

The Role of Drug Education Preventing Drug Abuse The Role of Drug Education Education about the impact of drugs can prevent drug abuse. Drug education programs that also teach personal skills, such as refusal skills, can prevent drug abuse. 11

Consequences from Society Preventing Drug Abuse Consequences from Society Some teens falsely believe they are protected from prosecution by authorities if caught with drugs as a juvenile. juvenile A legal term meaning a person under age 18, a minor

Consequences from Society Preventing Drug Abuse Consequences from Society Regardless of a person’s age, harsh punishment awaits a drug trafficker. drug trafficker A person involved in the transport and sales of illegal drugs

Section Review: Reviewing the Vocabulary Define the term euphoria. euphoria A sense of great well-being and pleasure brought on by some drugs

Section Review: Reviewing the Vocabulary What is the legal term to describe a person under age 18? juvenile A legal term meaning a person under age 18, a minor