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A drug is a substance that affects the way the body functions. If a drug is classified as ‘illegal’, this means that it is forbidden by law. Different illegal drugs have different effects on people and these effects are influenced by many factors.
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Illegal drugs, also called illicit drugs, are highly addictive substances that are illegal to sell, make, and use. These drugs are not used for medical purposes and are illegal to use in these settings.
Illegal drugs are drugs which a person is not allowed to own or use by law. A drug is any chemical that affects the human body or mind when taken in any way. Drugs and the law. Each country and place has different laws for different drugs. Some drugs are allowed only if you have permission (called a "prescription") from a doctor.
– The investigative technique of allowing an unlawful or suspect consignment of any dangerous drug and/or controlled precursor and essential chemical, equipment or paraphernalia, or property believed to be derived directly or indirectly from any offense, to pass into, through or out of the country under the supervision of an authorized officer, ...
The Terminology and Information on Drugs publication introduces basic concepts and materials on substances under international control, which are most frequently manufactured or processed and/or abused, as well as definitions of scientific terms used in this context.
Provides an overview of drug use and addiction, including what happens in the brain during drug use, why some people become addicted while others don't, and the importance of prevention.
Types of drugs. Drugs under international control include amphetamine-type stimulants, coca/cocaine, cannabis, hallucinogens, opiates and sedative hypnotics. Countries have decided to control these drugs because they pose a threat to health.
