Original sentence: All drug use includes a certain set of risks which must be weighed over the benefits.Along with the potential to treat illness and improve quality of life, they also have side effects which may include dependence, addiction, psychological disorders, physical deterioration or even death.Before taking any drug, one should be well aware of all the risks and side effects.For some drugs such as cannabis, their legal status poses more risk than use of the drug itself, as simple possession alone may lead to imprisonment.Others such as alcohol, caffeine and chocolate are so integrated into society that we forget that they are even drugs at all
Edited sentence: Drugs are regarded generally as substances which should be avoided, except with expert knowledge or advice.Therefore simple unlicensed possession may be a criminal offence.They are associated with debilitating dependence (addiction), anti-social behaviour and premature or sudden death