Definition of Drug abuse

1. Noun. Excessive use of drugs.

Exact synonyms: Habit, Substance Abuse
Generic synonyms: Abuse, Misuse
Specialized synonyms: Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholic Abuse, Alcoholism Abuse
Derivative terms: Habituate

Medical Definition of Drug abuse

1. Use of a drug for a reason other than which it was intended or in a manner or in quantities other than directed. Drug dependence is a compulsion to take a drug to produce a desired effect or prevent unpleasant effects when the drug is withheld. Risk factors for drug abuse include: low self esteem, inability to deal with stress and emotional instability. Juveniles use drugs due to peer pressure. Signs of drug use in children include: a change in friends or group, long absences from home, poor performance in school, seclusion, stealing, lying, criminal behaviour, deteriorating family relationships, signs of drug intoxication and changes in behaviour. Commonly abused drugs include narcotic analgesic agents, benzodiazepines, cocaine, amphetamines, barbiturates, marijuana, LSD and phencyclidine. Many labs now offer quick and inexpensive urine drug screening. Psychological counseling and parental support will be necessary in children with this problem. (27 Sep 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Drug Abuse

druggiest
drugging
druggist
druggist
druggists
druggy
drugless
drugmaker
drugmakers
drugs
drugstore
drugstores
drugs bust
drugs toxic to lung
drug abuse (current term)
drug abuse (current term)
drug activity
drug addict
drug addiction
drug addiction
drug administration routes
drug administration schedule
drug allergy
drug and narcotic control
drug approval
drug baron
drug bust
drug carriers
drug cartel
drug cocktail

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