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Substance abuse, also known as drug abuse, is a patterned use of a substance (drug) in which the user consumes the substance in amounts or with methods which are harmful to themselves or others.
Some of the drugs most often associated with substance abuse include alcohol, amphetamines, cocaine, and opioids. Use of these drugs (and many others) may lead to criminal penalty in addition to possible physical, social, and psychological harm, both strongly depending on local jurisdiction. There are many cases in which criminal or antisocial behavior occur when the person is under the influence of a drug. Long term personality changes in individuals may occur as well.
Click here if you or an individual you know are a victim of substance abuse. The Non-Profit Organizations section of this website contains a number of organizations that may be able to provide you with assistance. See below for more information on the drugs most associated with substance abuse.
