Drugs have been out of control in the past few years, and the numbers have just continued to grow. One of the main drugs being abused is Methamphetamine. In today’s society Methamphetamine has sky rocketed to abusers too people cooking this drug in their own homes the numbers are outrageous. Methamphetamine is a horror drug once you use it your addicted. Meth addiction harms the body in a horrific way, the drug is made up of chemicals that can kill a person also leading to the addiction, and in order to get over the drug it’s a continuous battle the person must want it for themself, and have the strength over their own mind they can’t be weak or they will fail and relapse.
David M. Valdez Ms. Sifuentes MDCA-1402 27 May 2013 Emphysema Emphysema is a disease of the lungs that primarily causes the person with that disease to have shortness of breath in their everyday life. Emphysema destroys the tissues of the lungs that are vital to support the physical shape of the lungs. It is mostly caused by cigarette or tobacco smoking or air pollution. It is included in a group of diseases called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is the abbreviation in medical terms. There are some obvious symptoms if you smoke, also some might have emphysema for many years without noticing any of the signs or symptoms.
These people have stomas and now have a huge hole in their throat. This commercial is targeting smokers and potential smokers as well. This is made clear by looking at their website where the CDC states, “The Tips from Former Smokers campaign features real people suffering as a result of smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke. Their compelling stories send a powerful message: Quit smoking now. Or better yet — don’t start” (Tips From Former Smokers).
More or less it’s been good and bad. I ask why hasn’t marijuana been legalized across the country only because America has accepted much worse. There are substances sold daily that are far more damaging to the people of United States and its communities. Alcohol and tobacco is a substance that can cause long-term and short-term damage to the body. Alcohol alone can cause “high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, digestive problems” as well as depression, anxiety, and more (Alcohol and Public Health, 2014).
If the vulnerable adult had used a cigarette to burn themselves or a hot instrument, they may feel this is a form of punishment, maybe for having their disability or for simply being who they are. If an individual is self-harming in the form of neglect, they may feel hungry, tired, and have a low self-esteem. Another form of self-harm is substance abuse; whether this be drugs, alcohol or prescribed medication. Upon taken the substance the individual may feel calm and relaxed and feel their pain has been numbed, however this is only temporary. Self-harm has many long term affects which can be very serious.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Christopher Lanenga Kendra Tillis Mandy Duea Marna Nersesian Michael Eiden HCS 330 October 4, 2010 Sheela Hirao Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Although many have heard of the destruction smoking and nicotine can do, much only associate lung cancer with this deadly habit; however, a more common disease can develop. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the most frequent form of lung disease, which typically develops after long-term exposure to irritants that damage the lungs and the airways. COPD breaks down into two forms, which are chronic bronchitis, a long-term cough with mucous, and emphysema, defined as a destruction of the lungs over time. In the United States, approximately
; trapped. Smoking leads many people to feel trapped because when they take that first drag of a cigarette they aren’t thinking how it will affect them in the long run, they just think it looks cool. Yet when they get to the point of it turning into a nasty habit and wanting to quit, they can’t. They go from nicotine patches to nicotine gum all the way to a doctors prescription. Then finally they get to the point where they can stop, until they come across someone smoking a cigarette and they get a little smell of something they love, and the process starts all over.
Then there's the most known "side-effect" oral cancer. Using chew tobacco has a direct effect on oral health. Cancers that distress the lips, gums, cheeks, or palate are quite frequent ("Smokeless"). Developing heart disease as a result of smokeless tobacco is not as familiar to folks as oral cancer. The user is at a greater risk of heart problems when using snuff.
Cocaine is abused a lot these days and it can go very out of hand. It can be used for medical purposes such as eye and ear surgeries. Cocaine will affect you almost immediately after use. It can shorten the need for food and sleep and that can become very dangerous for your health. Cocaine can become dangerously addictive if taken in big amounts.
Smoking is detrimental to people’s health and wellbeing causing physical, mental and social issues. Toxins in tobacco can travel anywhere in the body that blood flows causing damage to nearly every organ and system (Australia. Department of health and Ageing 2012). It has been scientifically proven that smokers have significantly increased risks of heart disease, numerous cancers, stroke, emphysema and respiratory diseases (Australia. Department of health and Ageing 2012).