Question

Why do you think adolescents are more prone to drug abuse than young children. Give reason.

Answer 1

Hint: Adolescence is a stage which is a period of physical and psychological development which occurs in between the teenage and adulthood. During this stage a person undergoes several behavioural changes and tries to establish its position in the outerworld. This stage is extremely vulnerable.

Complete answer:
The people in between the age of 18 to 20 are in their adolescence phase that are extremely vulnerable and can be influenced easily by the activities going on in their surroundings. The substance abuse or the drug abuse is one of those by which youth easily get attracted and influenced.

Causes of the drug abuse in adolescent-
1.The company of the peer group and curiosity to try new things.
2.For the sake of fun.

Consequences of the drug abuse- The substance abuse affects the individual and families greatly.
1.The families get shattered and the individual distance itself from the community.
2.Anxiety and sadness.
3.Lack of concentration.
4.Reduced mental peace and health problems.
5.Loss of focus and good career.

Note: The substance abuse among the youth can be prevented by proper education and counselling regarding the harmful effects of the drugs. A healthy environment can help in preventing the youth from the abuse. Proper guidance at home and also in schools and colleges so as to prevent the adolescent from its harmful effects. If the abuse is serious then medical attention is required. Also rehabilitation centres and health care units are there to take care of the addicted people.