Why are Illegal Drugs Dangerous?

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When people talk about the "drug problem," they usually mean illegal drugs.  If you are curious about the different types of illegal drugs you can look around here to find out more about the effects, the risks, and the laws regarding drugs in Ireland.

Drugs can affect people’s emotions and how they feel, affect your relationships, and make you more or less inhibited.  It’s not safe for anyone to take illegal drugs because they do affect your body and can cause death.

Illegal drugs aren't good for anyone, but they are particularly bad for a kid or teenager whose body is still growing.   Illegal drugs can damage the brain, heart, and other important organs.  They can affect our emotions and the way we feel, they may cause you may do things you wouldn't normally do. While using drugs, a person is less able to do well in school, sports, and other activities. It's often harder to think clearly and make good decisions for a person who is using drugs.

There may be long-term effects from taking drugs that we don't know about. When people use drugs they can do dumb or dangerous things that could hurt themselves or others.  You can die from taking drugs, even the first time you take them.

Drugs cause different experiences and reactions for different people. How a drug will affect you can depend on many things like your age, your body type, or your mental state. So just because someone else has tried it and had a certain feeling, does not mean it will be the same for you.