As explained in the above questions the Bahamian family structure has changed a lot over the years and is now going down the path to single family homes. There are so many social problems that affect the Bahamas and it’s sad to think that the current turn toward single families is the primary cause. The social problem I speak of are Drug abuse, Teenage pregnancy, and Domestic violence.
Drug abuse is defined by the Webster’s dictionary as illegal or excessive drug use: deliberate use of an illegal drug or of too much of a prescribed drug. The greatest lie that drug addict might believe is that his/her actions have no effect their families and the people around them. The family members are in fact deeply affected when a parent or child abuses drugs. The situation either can create a hostile and fearful home environment for the entire family or an environment where the family lacks communication and is distant from each other. Whether the drug abused is alcohol, a narcotic or street drug, or a prescription drug, there are effects on the family.
