Prescription Drugs Research Paper

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Kalen Spencer
University Success 103
Jacob Aroz
September 20, 2015
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Prescription drugs are getting more and more popular in drug use these days. Prescription drugs are being abused by teens and adults world wide. Recreational use of prescription drugs is a very huge issue. Prescription drugs are unhealthy when abused, Very addictive, and ruins families.
It is very easy to overdose do to the high potency of prescription drugs Opioids can cause choking, changes in mood, decreased cognitive function, interruptions in the menstrual cycle, infertility and slowed breathing. There’s even a risk of coma or death if there’s a severe slowdown in breathing. can cause memory problems and lead to seizures. Anyone who takes drugs does it

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