Teenagers in Switzerland are drinking less alcohol and using less tobacco and cannabis than they did four years ago, but hard drugs are increasing, according to a study published on Tuesday.
Higher prices, a ban on sales and a focus on prevention are credited with this "promising" development, the Swiss Institute for the Prevention of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction (ISPA) said.
Alcohol Use Disorder | Alcoholism
Alcohol use disorder or alcoholism is an inability to control drinking. It can cause short term and long term physical, as well as psychological effects on the patient.
Alcohol use disorder or alcoholism is an inability to control drinking. It can cause short term and long term physical, as well as psychological effects on the patient.
With regard to tobacco, 30 percent of 15-year-olds had smoked in the month before the survey, compared with 34 percent in 2003. Cannabis followed the same trend.
However, Switzerland remains the biggest user of cannabis in Europe. And alcohol remains the leading cause of deaths among 15 to 24-year-olds, according to ISPA.
Drug Abuse | Drug Addiction | Substance Abuse - Overview
The use of Drugs for reasons other than its prescribed recommendation, is known as Drug abuse or substance abuse. Drug abuse or substance abuse is initiated by various biological and social factors.
The use of Drugs for reasons other than its prescribed recommendation, is known as Drug abuse or substance abuse. Drug abuse or substance abuse is initiated by various biological and social factors.
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Role Models for the Young
A role model is one who has the ability to influence lives, values and lifestyles. The media sends confusing signals to the young on role model behavior.
A role model is one who has the ability to influence lives, values and lifestyles. The media sends confusing signals to the young on role model behavior.
