Drugs affect brain development

Recently, a survey of Young Minds Association, UK, said that 80% of adolescent drug users had side effects such as paranoia, dementia. mind.

Recently, a survey of Young Minds Association, UK, said that 80% of adolescent drug users had side effects such as paranoia, dementia. mind.

The Young Generation Wisdom Society conducted a survey of 727 adolescents. In which, more than 80% of people have ever used drugs before 18 years old.

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Drugs affect the development of adolescents.In the picture is a grass that is addictive when smoking.(Photo of BBC)

Ms. Barbara Herts, Executive Director of the Young Intellectual Association, said studies have shown that adolescents who use regular drugs and high doses are twice as likely to develop mental disorders. times compared to people of the same age.

In addition, they may have a mental disorder, schizophrenia. These are diseases that have a serious impact on people's awareness, thoughts, feelings and manners.

At the same time, all these effects, whether short or long, affect the perception, thoughts, feelings and behavior of people to adulthood.

Recently, DrugScope Pharmaceutical, UK introduced a television advertising program to raise awareness about the harmful effects of drugs and warn of drug side effects on brain development in litters. adolescence. Action program aimed at children aged 11-17 years.

Martin Barnes, Executive Director of DrugScope Pharmaceuticals said, "More specific studies are needed on long-term side effects of drugs for children and adolescents."

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Update 14 December 2018
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