Persuasive Speech: Why People Use Prescription Drugs

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Attention getter: an estimated 52 million people (20 percent of those aged 12 and older) have used prescription drugs for nonmedical reasons at least once in their lifetimes. (http://www.drugabuse.gov/publications/research-reports/prescription-drugs/director)
Explain: Although many people are prescribed and use the drugs responsibly, many don’t. Kids often share or sell their medication to others not prescribed. Misuse can lead to health problems or even death.
Thesis: Although I do believe prescription medications can be a good thing if used responsibly.

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One of the most commonly prescribed and abused medications are opioids also known as pain killers. Some of the more common pain pills include Hydrocodone and Oxycodone. …show more content…

http://prescription-drug.addictionblog.org/how-is-hydrocodone-prescribed/
Explain: These drugs are great if you actually have a reason to take them, but easy to get your hands on if you are not prescribed. According to detoxanswers.com, the DEA reported that hydrocodone-based painkillers sell for $1 - $3 a pill at street value, which isn’t too pricy for people addicted. For patients who need money, selling their meds is an easy paycheck. http://detoxanswers.com/questions/534/how-much-do-hydrocodone-pills-cost Body paragraph

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