Question

Discuss how a substance abuser's life gets affected.

Answer 1

• Health: Long-term substance use can disturb eating and sleep, reduce immunity, damage body organs and, in some cases, cause overdose or death.
• Studies, work and relationships: The person may lose interest in responsibilities and activities, and relationships with family and friends may suffer.
• Safety and finances: Impaired judgement can lead to risky behaviour; buying substances can create financial hardship and may contribute to harmful or unlawful actions.
• Wider effects: The family and community can also be affected. Shared injection needles can increase the risk of HIV infection.