Asthma is due to constriction and inflammation of the small airways. In asthma there is a special type of inflammation which narrows the small airways and makes them 'twitchy' and very sensitive to any environmental changes. The airways also become blocked with sticky mucus.During an asthma attack breathing becomes harder, even at rest. There may be a cough or wheezing.n asthma there is a special type of inflammation which narrows the small airways and makes them 'twitchy' and very sensitive to any environmental changes. The airways also become blocked with sticky mucus. During an asthma attack breathing becomes harder, even at rest. There may be a cough or wheezing.
Top 10 Reasons Why Teens Use Drugs. on August 23, 2011 @ 11:21 in Teen Drug Abuse. Teenage drug addiction is something that parents never fully understand. They often wonder how it started and try to place the blame on peers. Although peers can be a big influence, many teens abuse drugs for other reasons. Sunhawk Recovery Center has compiled a list of top 10 reasons why teens turn to drugs: 1. Stress from school 2. To gain acceptance from others 3. To increase self-esteem 4. Curiosity 5. Self-medication for an undiagnosed mental illness 6. Boredom 7. Parental influence from drug abusing parents 8. Easy access 9. To get attention 10. Genetic addiction
The most commonly used illegal drugs are marijuana (pot), stimulants (cocaine, crack, and speed), LSD, PCP, opiates, heroin, and designer drugs (Ecstasy). The use of illegal drugs is increasing, especially among young teens. The average age of first marijuana use is 14, and alcohol use can start before age 12. The use of marijuana and alcohol in high school has become common. Drug use is associated with a variety of negative consequences, including increased risk of serious drug use later in life, school failure, and poor judgment which may put teens at risk for accidents, violence, unplanned and unsafe sex, and suicide.