Drug use means using illegal drugs or misusing prescription or over-the-counter medicines, such as taking higher doses, using someone else’s medication, or using drugs to get high. Drugs are especially dangerous for young people because their brains are still developing, and drug use can harm brain growth, decision-making, and increase the risk of addiction and long-term health problems. Alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and vaping are the most commonly used substances among young people. Young people may use drugs to fit in, feel good, cope with stress or mental health problems, improve performance, or experiment. Risk factors include trauma, genetics, lack of supervision, prenatal exposure to drugs, and having friends who use drugs. Signs of drug problems include changes in behavior, mood, friendships, school performance, and self-care, as well as lying, stealing, and physical or mental changes. Drug use can be prevented through education, strong family communication, supervision, setting limits, teaching problem-solving skills, and community-based prevention programs.
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