Addiction Prevention

From stimulants to the highly dangerous drug – alcohol. Alcohol addiction is a mental illness. It has severe physical, psychological and social effects that impact all areas of life. Loss of control and withdrawal symptoms are characteristic of addiction.

Smoking is still one of the most important topics in health promotion and disease prevention, as it contributes to many types of lung and heart diseases. Preventing nicotine addiction is particularly important among teenagers.

When prescribed by a doctor, it is necessary and even important to take medicines. However, they can be harmful if not taken correctly. It is important to know that some medicines are addictive or can cause adverse side-effects. There are also things for children and older people to consider.

There are many sources of information and support for teenagers and young adults. Besides legal substances such as alcohol and tobacco, information is also available on illegal substances such as cannabis and synthetic drugs

Gambling is one of the non-substance addictions. It develops insidiously and has serious social and financial consequences, so timely education and prevention are all the more important. ms. Gambling is one of the non-substance addictions. It can manifest itself insidiously and can have serious (financial) consequences. This makes information and preventative measures all the more important.