Substance use can affect how a person thinks, moves, and makes good decisions.

Using substances does not change how a person gets along with friends or other people

Substance use does not cause a person to feel alone or separated from others

Substance use can cause money problems and lack of care within the family.

Substance use can cause poor school performance or problems at work, such as failing grades or losing a job

Substance use can increase crimes such as drug-related offenses and violent acts.

Using substances for a long time does not cause health problems in the body.

Substance use does not affect a person’s long-term health and overall quality of life.

Substance use at work can cause accidents, frequent absences, and low work performance.