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Impacts of drug abuse on global communities
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Weegy: 5 impacts of substance abuse on teenagers: 1. Academics Declining grades, absenteeism from school and other activities, and increased potential for dropping out of school are problems associated with adolescent substance abuse. 2. [ [ Physical health Injuries due to accidents (such as car accidents), physical disabilities and diseases, and the effects of possible overdoses are among the health-related consequences of teenage substance abuse. 3. Mental health Mental health problems such as depression, developmental lags, apathy, withdrawal, and other psychosocial dysfunctions frequently are linked to substance abuse among adolescents. Substance-abusing youth are at higher risk than nonusers for mental health problems, including depression, conduct problems, personality disorders, suicidal thoughts, attempted suicide, and suicide. 4. Peers Substance-abusing youth often are alienated from and stigmatized by their peers. 5. Families In addition to personal adversities, the abuse of alcohol and other drugs by youth may result in family crises and jeopardize many aspects of family life, sometimes resulting in family dysfunction. ] ]
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Impacts of drug abuse on global communities are devastating, including health crises, increased crime, economic loss, and social instability.
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