{"id":10806,"date":"2024-09-29T11:43:51","date_gmt":"2024-09-29T11:43:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iranian-hospital.com\/en\/?p=10806"},"modified":"2024-10-01T06:28:14","modified_gmt":"2024-10-01T06:28:14","slug":"international-day-against-drug-abuse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iranian-hospital.com\/en\/international-day-against-drug-abuse\/","title":{"rendered":"International Day against Drug Abuse"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Ways to Prevent and Combat Substance Abuse<\/h2>\n

Any form of involvement with and dependency on a stimulant or drug, despite its harmful effects on the mind, can be appealing, with each experience increasing the internal desire to repeat it. Addiction is a disease, and like any disease, it can be treated. The only way to prevent addiction is to avoid using the substance from the very first time.<\/p>\n

Stages of Addiction Development and the Addiction Cycle<\/h2>\n
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  1. Introduction: In this stage, the individual becomes familiar with drugs and their usage through various means (e.g., friends).<\/li>\n
  2. Doubt and Hesitation: The individual is tempted to use the substance again, possibly struggling with the desire or giving in.<\/li>\n
  3. Full Addiction: The individual becomes addicted and is compelled to use the substance again to achieve the feeling of euphoria.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The Addiction Cycle<\/h3>\n
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    1. Drug use<\/li>\n
    2. Temporary euphoria<\/li>\n
    3. Regret<\/li>\n
    4. Psychological stimulation<\/li>\n
    5. Craving the drug<\/li>\n
    6. Reuse<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Types of Addiction<\/h3>\n
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      1. Physical addiction<\/li>\n
      2. Psychological addiction<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Addictive Substances<\/h3>\n
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        1. Alcohol dependence<\/li>\n
        2. Caffeine intoxication<\/li>\n
        3. Cannabis dependence (derivatives of the cannabis plant, including hashish, grass, and synthetic cannabis)<\/li>\n
        4. Hallucinogen dependence<\/li>\n
        5. Inhalant dependence (e.g., glue, gasoline, etc.)<\/li>\n
        6. Opioid dependence (including opium, heroin, tamgizak, etc.)<\/li>\n
        7. Sedative dependence (including tranquilizers, sleep aids, or anti-anxiety medications, such as benzodiazepines)<\/li>\n
        8. Stimulant dependence (e.g., amphetamines, crystal meth, cocaine)<\/li>\n
        9. Tobacco dependence<\/li>\n
        10. Sex, pornography, and masturbation addiction<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Signs of Addiction<\/h3>\n
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          1. Increased tolerance<\/li>\n
          2. Cravings for the substance<\/li>\n
          3. Increased consumption<\/li>\n
          4. Loss of control over usage<\/li>\n
          5. Continuing use despite dangerous consequences<\/li>\n
          6. Withdrawal symptoms when not using<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Prevention Strategies<\/h3>\n
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            1. Raising awareness among parents and families about the harms of addiction.<\/li>\n
            2. Transforming the educational system and training staff.<\/li>\n
            3. Establishing cultural and recreational centers.<\/li>\n
            4. Increasing employment opportunities and preventing unemployment.<\/li>\n
            5. Using media and public campaigns to educate the masses and promote awareness.<\/li>\n
            6. Limiting the availability of drugs by purging the community and securing borders.<\/li>\n
            7. Strengthening spirituality in society and educating people about the dangers of drug use.<\/li>\n
            8. Advising families to monitor their children, reinforce religious values, guide them in spending their free time wisely, and prevent their participation in unwholesome gatherings by promoting healthy and engaging activities.<\/li>\n
            9. Mobilizing society to fight against drugs.<\/li>\n
            10. Careful selection of drug enforcement personnel.<\/li>\n
            11. Focusing on local drug distribution, especially within cities and among addicts.<\/li>\n
            12. Many addicts or their families are uneducated or poorly educated. Greater effort must be made in education and training.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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