By Armando Virgen

a chronic brain disease that causes compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences to the addicted individual and to those around him/her. ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT

Health and crime related costs exceed $600 billion annually. ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT

 Family Disintegration  Loss of Employment  Failure in School  Domestic Violence  Child Abuse ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT

Biology The genes that people are born with can account for some of their addiction vulnerability. Development The earlier that drug use begins, the more likely it will progress to more serious abuse. Environment Includes many different influences from, family and friends, to socioeconomic status and quality of life in general. ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT

Offer sympathy and support. Assist with housing and bills. Be honest about prejudices. Seek expert advice. Assist with chosen treatment type.

ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT Panic or pity. Give cash to the addict. Judge morally. Set unrealistic goals. Cut off dialogue. Influence treatment.

ARMANDO VIRGEN CIS 1020 FINAL PROJECT