Experimentation With Drugs is Not Harmless

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Many believe that the experimentation of drugs is a natural phase of adolescence. With the subtle pressure from peers it is difficult for young people to avoid the use of drugs. This includes alcohol. Because alcohol is legal, it is somehow more acceptable for young people to use it. But make no mistake, alcohol is a drug and oftentimes leads the use of other drugs. No matter whether it be alcohol, marijuana, prescription pills, or anything harder. There is no safe experimentation. The use of drugs can lead to addiction, prison, and/or death. The natural progression of drug experimentation usually begins with cigarettes. Cigarettes are everywhere and easily obtainable by young people. Kids can steal them from thier parents, buy them from vending machines, even purchase them from an uncaring store clerk. We are all aware of the dangers of cigarettes, although there is no immediate danger to smoking the long term health benifits are astronomical. Furthermore, cigarettes are terribly addictive. The damage that can be caused by cigarettes in developing lungs and hearts is irreversable. Another gateway drug young people get started with is alcohol. Again, being legal for adults, alcohol is everywhere and easily obtained by young people. High school and college binge drinking is very common. The dangers of this is apparent. Unlike cigarettes, alcohol can kill the first use. Too much too fast can cause alcohol poisoning. Drunk driving is the number one killer of people under the age of 21.Usually, Marijana comes next. On the surface pot seems less harmful than cigarettes or alcohol. It doesn’t cause deaths, and is becoming more and more acceptable in mainstream society. But in fact, smoking 1 joint is equal to smoking a whole pack of cigarettes. The developing brain is severely hindered by marijana and the cellular structure of the brain actually changes.Once someone uses marijuana and steps over the line of illegal drug use, the doorway is wide open for the use of really dangerous drugs like cocaine, crystal meth, ecstacy, and prescription drugs. These drugs can cause addiction or death after the first use.Experimentation with drugs is very risky and dangerous. If you suspect a loved one is experimenting with drugs or alcohol, seek help from a drug rehab immediately.