Write an expository essay of around 300 words on the problems of drug use in some Western countries. Make sure you have an introductory paragraph, a concluding paragraph, and at least 3 body paragraphs. You should write your introductory and concluding paragraphs as instructed in the micro-lectures.
不会写毒品说明文，于是乎就组合段落成了一篇作业
Why Is Drug Use in America on the Rise?
Overall drug use and alcohol consumption in the United States are on the rise. Drug use can affect the users (especially those who are struggling with addiction), as well as their loved ones and society as a whole. Drug use costs the country more than $740 billion each year in lost work, health care, and drug-related crimes.To better avoid and mitigate the consequences, as well as to seek help with addiction for a loved one, it’s important to understand why drug use is on the rise. Here’s an in-depth look at the factors that lead to drug use from the perspectives of changing viewpoints, stress and legalization.
Drugs are becoming more normalized in larger American culture. Drug use is commonly seen in movies, music videos, social media, and media in general. Drinking and drug use are often portrayed as an acceptable way to socialize or a normal part of everyday life. A growing number of celebrities and role models are open about their marijuana use or preferences for other substances, potentially influencing younger people.
Young people and adults who don’t have strong coping skills to safeguard their mental health may turn to substance use to deal with the stressors around them. Military service members and veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after returning home may self-medicate with drugs.
The legalization of recreational marijuana (cannabis) in many states has made drug use more openly acceptable. Thus, many do not see cannabis as an addictive or harmful substance. However, some people consider marijuana is to be a gateway drug. They fear that increased use of cannabis (legal or illegal) will lead to the increased use of other drugs.
There is no single cause for the increasing rates of drug usage in the United States. People have varying reasons for why they turn to drug use, as well as when and why they decide to seek treatment. However, these three reasons are the main which should be known to solve the drug use problem.
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