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Addiction prevention and health – basic principles

How it works

Addiction prevention includes measures aimed at preventing the development of addiction disorders. Health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being. Addiction can arise through various substances (e.g. alcohol, nicotine, medicines) or behaviours (e.g. gambling). Risk factors for addiction include, among other things, genetic predisposition, social environment, stress and a lack of coping strategies. Protective factors are stable relationships, self-confidence and access to information. Prevention can take place at the individual, school and societal level.

Note
Addiction prevention is based on recognising risk factors, strengthening protective factors and promoting a healthy lifestyle in order to prevent the development of addiction.

An example

Which of the following factors is considered a protective factor against the development of addiction?

Stable friendships are a protective factor because they provide emotional support and help to cope with stress more effectively.

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Own explanation and own practice exercises by AmyMath. Subject reference framework: Biology. The topic assignment may vary by federal state.