Class 12 Biology - Chapter Human Health and Disease NCERT Solutions | Do you think that friends can influence

Welcome to the NCERT Solutions for Class 12th Biology - Chapter Human Health and Disease. This page offers a step-by-step solution to the specific question from Exercise 1, Question 15: do you think that friends can influence one to tak....
Question 15

Do you think that friends can influence one to take alcohol/drugs? If yes, how may one protect himself/herself from such an influence?

Answer

Yes, friends can influence one to take drugs and alcohol. A person can take the following steps for protecting himself/herself against drug abuse:

(a) Increase your will power to stay away from alcohol and drugs. One should not experiment with alcohol for curiosity and fun.

(b) Avoid the company of friends who take drugs.

(c) Seek help from parents and peers.

(d) Take proper knowledge and counseling about drug abuse. Devote your energy in other extra-curricular activities.

(e) Seek immediate professional and medical help from psychologists and psychiatrists if symptoms of depression and frustration become apparent.

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