Environment. The environment can influence many aspects of a person's life, such as their family and friends, financial status, and overall quality of his/her life. Factors such a peer pressure, emotional and sexual abuse, early exposure and parental guidance, as well as stress levels and early exposure can significantly impact a person's risk of becoming addicted to drugs.
Development. Development. Genetic and environmental factors influence the development of a person's life in order to increase their risk of becoming addicted. Addiction can be developed at any age. However, drug use should begin early to avoid addiction. This is particularly true for teens. Teens might be at risk because they are still developing areas of their brains that control decision making, judgment, self-control, and decision-making.
Treatment for drug addiction, like most other chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, or asthma, is not an effective treatment. It is possible to manage addiction. Addicts who have suffered from addiction for years are at high risk of relapse, possibly even for their entire lives. Combining addiction treatment medications with behavioral therapy is the best way to ensure success for most patients, according to research. Each patient can receive treatment that is tailored to their drug use patterns as well as any co-occurring medical or mental problems. This will lead to ongoing recovery.
It is possible to prevent drug addiction and use of drugs. NIDA funded research has shown that prevention programs including families, schools communities, media and the media work well to reduce or prevent drug abuse. Individual and cultural factors may influence drug use trends. However, young people who view drug abuse as harmful tend to decrease their drug use. It is important to educate and reach out to people about the dangers of drug use. The role of teachers, parents, and healthcare providers is crucial in helping young people to understand the dangers of drug use and addiction.