Term Paper on "Drug and Alcohol Abuse"

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Two of the passengers in Jacqui's car were killed and two others escaped safely, but Jacqui was trapped inside when the car caught fire. She was burned over 60% of her body. Her hair, ears and one eyelid were burned off. Since then Jacqui has had to suffer more than 50 operations and is permanently and severely disfigured. Reggie Stephey, the driver of the other vehicle, was sentenced to seven years in prison and had to pay a fine of $20,000. His life was destroyed as well.

Finally, drug and alcohol abuse can take a heavy toll on a young person's relationships. Teens that are using drugs or alcohol often experience a change in personality. Their moods change rapidly and can fluctuate between highs and lows. They can become emotionally unstable. The drug or alcohol abuser may also lose interest in caring for their appearance and may begin looking unkempt and messy. A substance abuser may steal money or other valuables from loved ones in order to purchase drugs or alcohol. They can become deceitful, hostile, uncommunicative and even abusive towards loved ones. All of these personality changes can affect relationships between friends and family.

In summary, the use of drugs and alcohol among teenagers and young adults can change their lives in dramatic ways. Teens that abuse drugs are alcohol may cause themselves permanent bodily damage or death by the drugs themselves. In addition, they are far more likely to do harm to themselves or to another person while under the influence. Their actions may have a far reaching impact on themselves and on others that do not necessarily lead to death, but can lead to devastating consequences. Finally, drug and alcohol abuse lead to personality changes, and this can have a serious impact on relationships with friends and family.

References

Hafetz, David. Jacqueline and Amadeo: Chasing Hope. Austin American Statesman. 2002 May. February 13, 2010. < http://www.helpjacqui.com/pdf/jacqui.pdf>

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