Theory question 104
Drug AbuseSection B: Emerging Issues in the Society
(a) Mention three drugs that can be abused.
(b) List six visible behaviours of drug addicts.
(c) State two social consequences of drug abuse.
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Model answer
(a) Any three: cannabis (Indian hemp); cocaine; heroin; codeine cough syrup; tramadol; alcohol; tobacco; methamphetamine; glue/solvents.
(b) Any six: aggressive or violent behaviour; red eyes; talking to oneself/incoherence; withdrawal from family and friends; stealing; truancy and poor performance; mood swings; poor hygiene; staggering; loss of appetite and weight.
(c) Any two: crime and violence; broken homes; school drop-out; unemployment; spread of HIV; insecurity; bad image for family.
Explanation
Three parts; short lists are enough.