Though it occurs in the community more than in the classroom, it is a major concern of educators, particularly as it relates to violence. They are involved in two ways. The first involves the actual use of alcohol and other drugs.
Drug use impairs judgement, reaction time, and inhibitions.
Faulty judgement can quickly lead to conflict or violence. They become bolder, they don't think as much, and the violence consumes them. Even if the disputing students in school are not using, a fight may erupt over a dispute that occurred outside school when they were under the influence. Another way that drugs affect violence in the schools is through drug sales and related activities. Disputes between rival dealers, between dealers and buyers, and even between rival gangs, can set the stage for fighting and violence.