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Counselling Theory and Practice

Introduction to Counselling Theory and Practice

When a person uses any substance that acts as a psychoactive agent, the use of which can be harmful or hazardous is called substance abuse and the most commonly abused things are either be alcohol or other illicit and recreational drugs (World Health Organization, 2020). Substance abuse can be due to various factors as well as it affects various aspects of a person's life and it can lead to dependence syndrome like a cluster of behavioural, cognitive and physiological phenomena. It can be seen in any age group and it takes control of a person’s life which can lead to an increase in tolerance level and can cause withdrawal symptoms. The aim of the present essay is to discuss the issue of alcoholism in young adults with respect to the description of the issue and identification of at-risk groups. Also, the essay discusses the prevention and intervention strategies and....