A plethora of factors that contribute to the development of substance abuse, physiological, chemical, and mental and emotionally are some of the factors to assess when examining the topic of substance abuse. This paper examines one dynamic responsible for substance abuse in individuals; nature vs nurture is a quandary that has challenged the addiction theorists. This paper will explore the nurture aspect responsible for developing addiction. Additionally, this paper will delve into the causes and effects of substance abuse on individuals and the perpetuation of the dysfunctional cycle. Born into Dysfunction Children born to an addicted mother are likely to be born with Fetal
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There are profound effects to the children of alcoholics and substance abusers. These effects are numerous and will alter their development mentally, physically & emotionally (Bower, Hale & Wood, 2013). In the United States 1 in 4 children under the age of 18 is exposed to alcohol abuse in their family unit. These children are also at a greater risk …show more content…
According to an Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey published, May 2013; despite the growing body of knowledge about FADS resulting from fetal alcohol exposure, 1 in 9 pregnant women continue to drink alcohol during pregnancy”. It is obvious that FADS is a serious problem that costs billions of dollars to address over the lifetime of the individuals. In the article, Reducing Fetal Alcohol Exposure in the United States researchers determined that healthcare providers must perform more stringent screenings, of patients for alcohol usage. Additionally it is imperative that healthcare workers to express the dangers of alcohol use during pregnancy. Healthcare workers must better understand the most effective methods of communicating with a diverse patient database. Education it the key to eliminating FADS and fostering change in the perpetuating of addiction. Each new generation sadly contains the gamut of addicts, born into dysfunction with FADS, earned dysfunction, is gained with the events that change the individual throughout childhood. Concluding with learned dysfunction, where the individual learned from their role models and their peers, they learn to self-sooth to ease the pain. The cycle of dysfunction can only be broken with education, healthcare professionals, teachers; coaches need to be educated on the signs of addiction and the treatments available to foster growth and
There are profound effects to the children of alcoholics and substance abusers. These effects are numerous and will alter their development mentally, physically & emotionally (Bower, Hale & Wood, 2013). In the United States 1 in 4 children under the age of 18 is exposed to alcohol abuse in their family unit. These children are also at a greater risk …show more content…
According to an Obstetrical & Gynecological Survey published, May 2013; despite the growing body of knowledge about FADS resulting from fetal alcohol exposure, 1 in 9 pregnant women continue to drink alcohol during pregnancy”. It is obvious that FADS is a serious problem that costs billions of dollars to address over the lifetime of the individuals. In the article, Reducing Fetal Alcohol Exposure in the United States researchers determined that healthcare providers must perform more stringent screenings, of patients for alcohol usage. Additionally it is imperative that healthcare workers to express the dangers of alcohol use during pregnancy. Healthcare workers must better understand the most effective methods of communicating with a diverse patient database. Education it the key to eliminating FADS and fostering change in the perpetuating of addiction. Each new generation sadly contains the gamut of addicts, born into dysfunction with FADS, earned dysfunction, is gained with the events that change the individual throughout childhood. Concluding with learned dysfunction, where the individual learned from their role models and their peers, they learn to self-sooth to ease the pain. The cycle of dysfunction can only be broken with education, healthcare professionals, teachers; coaches need to be educated on the signs of addiction and the treatments available to foster growth and