Drug Abuse Among Young People: Understanding & Prevention
Explore the causes, effects, and solutions for drug abuse in youth. Learn about peer pressure, awareness programs, and support systems for a drug-free future.
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PUBLIC HEALTH AWARENESS
Drug Abuse Among Young People
What if one bad decision changed your whole future?
Drug abuse is a growing global problem
It affects millions of young people
It harms individuals, families, and society
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THE PROBLEM
What is Drug Abuse?
Drug abuse is the misuse of illegal or prescription drugs (Griffin & Botvin, 2010).
It is a serious health and social issue (Das et al., 2016).
It is common among teenagers and young adults (Nawi et al., 2021).
Sources: Griffin & Botvin (2010); Das et al. (2016); Nawi et al. (2021).
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CAUSES
Why Does Drug Abuse Happen?
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Peer Pressure
Social influence from friends (Nawi et al., 2021)
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Stress & Anxiety
Emotional overwhelm and mental pressure (Nawi et al., 2021)
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Family Problems
Dysfunctional home environments (Nawi et al., 2021)
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Curiosity
Desire to experiment (Nawi et al., 2021)
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Easy Access
Availability of drugs (Nawi et al., 2021)
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EFFECTS
Why Does It Matter?
Physical health problems (Das et al., 2016)
Anxiety and depression (Das et al., 2016)
Poor academic performance (Griffin & Botvin, 2010)
Family conflict (Das et al., 2016)
Financial and legal problems (Das et al., 2016)
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RESEARCH FACT
Research Shows…
Millions of people worldwide
are affected by drug-related problems every year.
— World Health Organization (WHO)
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SOLUTION 1
Education & Awareness
Schools can teach students about the dangers of drugs (Griffin & Botvin, 2010).
Awareness programs help young people make safer choices (Rakhshani et al., 2025).
Many schools around the world provide drug education programs (Lu et al., 2024).
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SOLUTION 2
Support & Prevention
Free mental health counselling (Das et al., 2016)
Family support and communication (Nawi et al., 2021)
Better control of illegal drug sales (Das et al., 2016)
Many counselling centres help young people manage stress and personal problems before they turn to drugs.
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IN CONCLUSION
In Conclusion
Drug abuse is a serious global problem
It has many causes and harmful effects
Education, support, and prevention can create positive change
Thank You
For your time and attention.
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