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narcotic A drug that relieves pain, dulls the senses, and causes sleep. 

natural disaster An event caused by nature that results in injury, damage, or loss. 

negative peer pressure The influence from people your age that encourages you to participate in activities that are harmful, unsafe, illegal, disrespectful, and contrary to family guidelines, and that do not demonstrate good character. 

neglect Failure to provide proper care and guidance.  

negotiate To have a discussion in order to bring about an agreement.  

nerves Bundles of fibers that carry messages between the brain and other parts of the body.  

nervous system The body system that processes information and controls the activities of the body.  

nicotine An addictive drug found in tobacco.  

noise pollution A loud or constant noise that creates an unsafe or unhealthful environment.  

noncommunicable disease A disease that cannot be spread from one person to another.  

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