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The United Nations: Questions you might have about drugs...

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Drugs, Alcohol, Poverty and Homelessness

Some people take drugs if when they have a
headache or an illness like bronchitis. These types of drugs are called "medicines." Medicines are legal but when people use drugs, they are not usually taking them for health reasons. Many people take drugs to forget their problems or feel happy.

What impact can drugs have? Watch this short video by student Sardor Zufarov, 13 from Uzbekistan, Tashkent City

The Dangers of Drugs

Drugs are illegal, which means that if you get caught, the police will be involved and you might face criminal charges.

Drugs can be very dangerous because people react differently to them. One person might use a drug and be fine, while a friend who tries the same drug
might get very ill. Also, some people who use drugs become addicted, which means that they want to use drugs all the time. (UN, Drugs are not child's play.)

Drugs can create many problems for people. In many cases, a person's

dependency on drugs can lead to many life difficulties. This can include loss of employment, problems with friends and family and in some cases homelessness. Drug abuse is not limited to a specific age.

What Can the World do?

• Reduce the supply of drugs: to limit the production and solicitation of illegal drugs
• Working with law enforcement: working with world customs and the INTERPOL to punish those who are involved in drug trafficking
• Help those who are addicted to stop using drugs
• Educate people about the risks of drug use

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