Why do you think many young people turn to drugs?

Drugs can mean everything from cigarettes and alcohol to heroin, cannabis, amphetamines, LSD and cocaine. They are dangerous for many reasons. They lead to depression, unconsciousness or even death. There is also a danger of addiction after regular use. Drugs can cause many serious medical disorders and physical deterioration. They can infect the system leading to sores, jaundice, blood poisoning and even AIDS disease. Addiction begins when an individual makes a conscious choice to use …

…unusual powders, tablets, capsules or needles and syringes. Parents who spot that their children are in danger, should not act hastily and point out the dangers of grugs in a caring and protective way. They should talk to a doctor, other parents, teachers, and they should at first help to cope with the problem rather than feel hurt and react angrily. If they are too bossy, they may push their children into drug-taking and addiction.