
The urgent need to address teen drug use
Drug seizures in India have surged by 455%. With nearly 18% of the world’s population aged between 15 and 64, India has …
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Drug seizures in India have surged by 455%. With nearly 18% of the world’s population aged between 15 and 64, India has …
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In one study, 45% of respondents said peer pressure led them to substance use. Easy access (21%) and a desire to experim…
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The use of lip capsules among school students is rising, often driven by free sachet promotions in petty shops.…
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Meditation builds a clear mind and present-moment focus. That inner calm helps people manage cravings and intrusive thou…
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Regular exercise links physical health with mental wellness. Its benefits include less substance use, better mental and …
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Registered dietitians guide people toward a balanced diet, often focusing on cutting sugar to lower the risk of sugar ad…
Read articleDrug seizures in India have surged by 455%. With nearly 18% of the world’s population aged between 15 and 64, India has become a significant market for illicit opiates from both Southeast and Southwest Asia.
Young people are the most exposed. Prevention has to start early — in classrooms, homes and neighbourhoods — before experimentation becomes dependence.
In one study, 45% of respondents said peer pressure led them to substance use. Easy access (21%) and a desire to experiment (17%) also played big roles.
Students need adults who listen without judgement. Regular conversations, safe spaces in school and early counselling make a real difference.
The use of lip capsules among school students is rising, often driven by free sachet promotions in petty shops.
We urge a statewide drive to identify and seal shops that knowingly sell these products to children, alongside awareness for parents and teachers.
Meditation builds a clear mind and present-moment focus. That inner calm helps people manage cravings and intrusive thoughts — a stronger base for lasting recovery.
Regular exercise links physical health with mental wellness. Its benefits include less substance use, better mental and emotional health, lower stress and pain relief.
Registered dietitians guide people toward a balanced diet, often focusing on cutting sugar to lower the risk of sugar addiction and support overall recovery.