- Family situations that can increase a person's risk for becoming a substance abuser include lack of parental supervision, very little or no displays of affection, and a chaotic home environment.
- Those who believe drugs are cool, who become involved with a group of wayward peers, or who face peer pressure may be at an increased risk for substance abuse.
- Those at increased risk include those who suffer from a low self-esteem, those who are bored and curious, and those who use drugs as a means of relieving stress.
- Those with a family history of substance abuse and those who may suffer from some type of personality or psychiatric disorder can be susceptible to substance abuse.
- Those who have a medical condition for which they are prescribed painkillers or Valium can develop an addiction to these drugs. Also, if a person suffers from an untreated condition that causes him pain, he may turn to illegal drugs such as cocaine or heroin to alleviate it.
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