Drug abuse is the use of illicit drugs, or the abuse of prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The abuse of legitimate drugs (prescription or over-the-counter) can be done by using the drugsin a manner or in quantities...

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Symptoms

Euphoria
Lying
Skin Scars

Causes

No known cause

Tests

Toxicology screening test

Treatments

Detoxification procedure

Risk Factors

Anxiety
Attention deficit disorder
Depression

Complications

AIDS
Drug overdose
Hepatitis

Prevention

Substance Use Education

Doctor Specialties

Addiction Psychiatrist

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Bad Behavior

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