Addiction is a multifaceted issue that has significant impacts on society. It is a complex condition characterized by compulsive use of a substance or engaging in behavior despite harmful consequences. It can negatively affect various aspects of a person’s life such as physical, mental, economic, and social. Due to this, the life of the person becomes of low standard and the condition of the person also starts deteriorating.
People of all age groups, starting from youth, are getting trapped in the clutches of addiction which is considered an evil in our society. Because of this, today’s youth are falling into the pit of destruction. Due to addiction, indiscipline is increasing in the society which gives rise to criminal tendencies. The mental, physical and economic condition of the people is also deteriorating. The rate at which drug addiction is increasing among the youth, especially children, can prove fatal.
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Addiction in today’s era is influenced by a range of factors, including advances in technology, changes in the availability of substances, evolving social norms, and the impact of the digital age.
The widespread use of smartphones, social media, and the internet has given rise to new forms of addiction. Internet addiction, social media addiction, and gaming addiction are examples of behavioral addictions that have become more prevalent.
Staying away from drugs is necessary for a person’s healthy life. People who are addicted to any kind of drug should give it up immediately so that they can live their life in peace and tranquility. Whatever be the type of intoxication, it weakens both the mind and body from within, but at the same time, intoxication has a negative impact on the immune system, which increases the incidence of diseases in a person. Addiction weakens a person financially, mentally and physically and addiction can be given up only with strong willpower.
If the addiction of any thing is excessive then it has a very bad effect on the person and sometimes addiction of the wrong things even destroys the person and his abilities whether physical or mental. People suffering from drug addiction develop tolerance, that is, the amount of the thing they are consuming gradually increases as they begin to feel less intoxicated than before.
While traditional substances like alcohol and drugs continue to be a significant concern, there is also the emergence of new substances and trends. The opioid epidemic, the use of synthetic drugs, and the legalization of marijuana in some regions have all had an impact on addiction rates.
There seem to be three types of people suffering from drug addiction like Craving– people have a longing for the object of addiction. It can range from mild to severe, loss of control- people are unable to control the use of addictive substances even if they don’t want to and continued engagement- people continue their association with the object of addiction despite harmful consequences. They know that it is causing harm to them, but then again they cannot remove it.
No person wants to deliberately develop an addiction because he knows it is wrong, it is harmful but does it anyway. But some people are attracted to certain substances or behaviors in order to feel good. Most of these objects of addiction provide some psychological, social or physical pleasure to people. Those pleasures are often hypnotic because they begin to think of the drug as everything. Therefore their attraction towards the substance or behavior remains, no matter what the cost. Addiction significantly affects society in many forms like:
Health consequences
Addiction can lead to a range of health problems, including physical and mental health issues. This places a burden on healthcare systems and can result in increased healthcare costs for society. People with addiction often have many physical health problems, which may include liver disease, kidney disease, lung or heart disease, stroke, cancer. These can be examined through imaging scans, chest X-ray and blood tests etc. to know how much damage has been caused by intoxication in the body.
Legal issues and crime related consequences
It is a universal fact that addiction leads to crime and often prone to criminal activities, including drug-related crimes and smuggling. This puts pressure on society and systems. The severity of criminal activities associated with addiction is not only due to the high prevalence of low level crimes committed by ‘victim’ offenders, but many criminal activities are more serious and destructive in nature. As the culture of addiction becomes more deeply entrenched in society, this problem is becoming difficult to solve.
Family and social disturbances
Addiction destroys entire families, it corrupts society, and can lead to strained relationships, child neglect, and domestic violence. This may result in abuse or violence. Family breakdown may be due to separation, divorce or children being expelled from the home. Addiction creates serious problems regarding the trustworthiness of relationships in the entire family and society.
Road accidents and injuries
Addiction, whatever it may be, always leads to accidents that affect not only the addicted person but can also affect bystanders, such as accidents caused by drunk driving or road accidents while using a smartphone.
Social, cultural and educational impact
Social acceptance and cultural norms around substance use can influence addiction rates and individuals’ willingness to seek help. It can also hinder educational attainment and achievement which has a negative impact on the teaching of students.
Economical problems
Addiction reduces a person’s productivity, which impacts income and can cause severe financial problems. Apart from this, addiction causes different types of health problems, which can lead to medical expenses to achieve good health. There are also. All this can have a negative impact on the economical situation.
Addiction is a serious problem in our society. It is equally challenging to overcome this, but it is possible with timely and well-planned measures, their implementation and support. Always remember that overcoming addiction is a highly individual process in itself, and what works for one person may not work for another.
It may therefore be important to seek professional guidance and support tailored to your individual problems and situation. In case of drug addiction, one should contact a psychologist or psychiatrist so that one can get rid of the addiction.
