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.
Common reasons teens abuse drugs include: 1  Curiosity. 2  Peer pressure. 3  Stress. 4  Emotional struggles. 5  A desire to escape.
Most teenagers who abuse prescription drugs are given them for free by a friend or relative. Taking a drug in a higher quantity or in another manner than prescribed. Most prescription drugs are dispensed orally in tablets, but abusers sometimes crush the tablets and snort or inject the powder.