What are the potential risks of taking drugs, such as side effects, addiction and overdose?
What are the potential risks of taking drugs, such as side effects, addiction and overdose?
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Taking drugs can lead to many potential risks, such as side effects, addiction, overdose, and the effects on physical and mental health. Some drugs may also interfere with other medications or interact with certain underlying medical conditions. For example, certain street drugs such as ecstasy may impair judgment and lead to risk-taking behaviors such as increased sexual activity which could potentially result in sexually transmitted diseases. Another example is the depressant effect of alcohol which can result in lowered alertness and reduced physical reactions that could lead to risky situations like driving under the influence or participating in physically demanding activities while intoxicated.
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What are the potential risks of taking drugs, such as side effects, addiction and overdose?
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The potential risks of taking drugs include both short-term and long-term side effects. Common short-term side effects of drugs include nausea, dizziness, vomiting, dry mouth and constipation. Longer-term drug use can lead to addiction, overdose and serious health problems such as brain damage or heart failure. Taking certain types of drugs can also lead to changes in behavior, weight loss or gain, changes in sleep patterns or increased risk of accidents due to impairment.
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