Teenagers and young adults are increasingly falling prey to drug abuse, raising alarm among parents, educators, and authorities.
Substances such as alcohol, tobacco, prescription medicines, and illegal drugs are being misused at alarming rates, with devastating consequences.
Experts point to several causes behind this trend, including peer pressure, curiosity, stress, family neglect, and easy access to drugs.
“Young people often underestimate the dangers, thinking experimentation is harmless,” noted a community health official.
The consequences are severe. Drug abuse among the youth leads to declining school performance, mental health challenges, addiction, and social isolation.
Communities also experience higher rates of crime, violence, and family breakdown.
Authorities are stepping up interventions, emphasizing awareness campaigns in schools, youth counseling programs, and rehabilitation centers.
Stronger enforcement of drug control laws is also being pursued to curb access to these substances.
With concerted efforts from families, schools, and government agencies, experts hope to steer the youth away from the path of drug abuse and protect the future of society.