Problems of Drug Abuse
By Cooper Sidell
Frederick Douglass
- Civil Rights activist in 19th century
- Born a slave
- At 8 years old, sent to a new master
- Wife of his new master educated him
- In 1838, fled from master, changed his name
- Believed that all men are equal
- Protested against segregation and slavery
- During Civil War, advised Abe Lincoln on use of black soldiers in Union army
Facts about Drug Abuse
- Drug abuse is the habit of using a drug fro non medical purposes
- Young people can use drugs to fit in or feel pleasure
- If you use drugs too often, you can become addicted
- You can become addicted to prescription drugs meant for medical purposes
- Commonly abused illegal drugs include marijuana, cocaine, and heroin
My Convictions
- Drugs should never be used illegally
- It should be harder for anybody to obtain any drug
- People should do anything they can to not become addicted to a drug
My Movement
- Children and teenagers should be better educated on the effects of drugs
- Drugs like marijuana and steroids should be fully illegal
- Addictive prescription drugs should be replaced