More and more teenagers are taking to drugs
WAH CANTT: More and more teenagers are taking to drugs. If we do not solve the problem, the result will be very serious. I would like to talk about the reasons for taking drugs and its effects. Firstly, there are different reasons for teenagers taking drugs. The first is curiosity. Teens always want to try something interesting. Many teens may also try drugs because of peer pressure. If their friends persuade them to take drugs, they may give it a try so as not to be left alone or ignored. Moreover, teens nowadays suffer from a lot of stress. They may mistakenly think that taking drugs is a way out to escape reality.
Teachers and parents can help solve the problem of teenage drug abuse. First, teenagers should seek help from professionals. Doctors may refer them to some rehab clinics to get over their drug addiction. At this moment, teachers and parents are the ones who should give support to those affected.
Fatima Shahid Khokhar
Published in The Express Tribune, October 27th, 2019.
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