Question
List the harmful effects of alcohol abuse.

Answer

Alcohol and drug Abuse can cause various harmful effects not only on the individual but also on the family as well as on society.
On Individual Level :
(a) It effects nervous system because of which the person losses judgement, will-power etc.
(b) It causes liver cirrhosis, peptic ulcer, gastric carcinoma.
(c) Reckless behaviour, isolation, depression, weight loss etc.
(d) Drug abuse can also cause dis-functioning of organs like kidney, liver etc.
On Family Level : A person addicted to alcohol and drugs shows various issues which lead to frustration, quarrels etc. in the family.
At Society Level : Deteriorating social network and the person loses interest in social and other activities. A person can cause other problems like violence, damage to properties because of mood swings.

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