Drug abuse is taking a drug for reasons other than medical, in any amount, strength, frequency or manner that damages the physical and mental functioning.
Now that is a thought, isn’t it? Well, to those reading this who are young, the thought of old age can be scary. If you are already in your later years then please try to understand where I am coming from. I do not mean to insult anyone.
As a young person, you tend to enjoy life without really thinking about your later years. It is something that you think about on rare occasions. Like when you are feeling like thinking about the future or when you read articles like this one.
What is useful to do when thinking about old age is to reflect on what you are doing now and see how it affects your future. See areas that you need to change so that you grow up well. Take good care of your body and mind, and adjust your lifestyle to ensure you grow up well. That’s about all you can do, really. And oh, have fun!