One of the most serious problems facing our nation today is that of drug and alcohol use. Millions of Americans struggle with substance addictions. However the number of Americans who undergo treatment is not nearly as high as the number of those facing the problem.
There is confusion about drugs in most people’s minds. Therefore I want to share the reasons why I think you should refuse the use of drugs and alcohol.
1. Because of what they can do to you. Drugs promise you many things: wisdom, power, and attainment of one’s full potential. However, they renege on these promises. Instead they are more likely to lead to brain damage (either physical or psychological) and birth defects in yet unborn children. The person who uses drugs is pl...