The use of drugs and alcohol has been known since ancient times. However, modern times have brought about real expansion. Alcoholism in the family is an increasingly common issue in society, and addiction to various illegal substances has reached the scale of a worldwide epidemic.
One should not overlook the increasing frequency of pill addiction, as well as one of the oldest vices of people – gambling addiction.
Although the majority of the 21 million cases registered are younger generations, adults are not immune to addictions. At every moment, about 14 percent of adults use some kind of psychoactive substance.
To find out more, read the full article on the effect that the addictions leave on children.
