There are two types of drugs:
- Legal drugs are known as over the counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) drugs. Alcohol, nicotine, and caffeine are all legal drugs as well.
- Illegal drugs refer to drugs that are not prescribed by a licensed medical professional, and their use is unlawful under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (Department of Justice Canada).
Discussion Questions
4:2 There are many prescribed drugs and over the counter medications that are frequently misused or abused by people. Occasionally, a tolerance is developed which leads to an increase in the needed dosage in order to feel the same effects. This can result in dependency.
- What are some ways that dependence on a legal or prescribed medication can be avoided?
- What are some of the overall potential consequences of repeated misuse or abuse of over-the-counter medication or prescriptions?
Required Readings and Resources
- Gustafsson, M., Silva, V., Valeiro, C., Joaquim, J., van Hunsel, F., & Matos, C. (2024). Misuse, abuse, and medication errors adverse events associated with opioidsA systematic review, Pharmaceuticals, 17, 1009.
- Davis, D. R., & Jansen, G. G. (1998). Making meaning of Alcoholics Anonymous for social workers: Myths, metaphors, and realities. Social Work, 43, 169-182.
- Van Wormer, K. & Davis, D. R. (2018). Addiction treatment: A strengths perspective (4th edition). Brooks/Cole-Thomson. (Chapter 3)
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