Hyderabad: When people get addicted to drugs at a young age, quitting becomes difficult. Youngsters can become addicted to drugs for various reasons such as peer pressure, stress, and curiosity. For centuries, drugs and drug abuse have been a part of our society in one form or another, and much of the situation has become worse in the past few decades. National Drug Destruction Day is observed in our country on June 8 to make people aware of the ongoing war against drugs in our society.
India lies in the middle of major drug networks such as the "Golden Crescent" and the "Golden Triangle". Due to this, it serves as a trade route and a major market for drug smugglers. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has stated in a report that 2.3 lakh people are addicted to drugs in the country, which makes it obvious that the consumption of drugs is high.
Moreover, Indian drug syndicates also have links with Western Europe, Canada, Africa, Australia and South American countries. Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) estimates that 360 metric tons of loose heroin are trafficked in different cities of India every year. According to statistics, 20 lakh prisoners use 1000 kilograms of heroin per day. According to experts, there are also some ways to control the addiction:
- Experts reveal that most addictions cannot be cured but can be replaced with positive activities. Activities such as exercise, practising an art form, martial arts, etc., can help keep your mind occupied.
- Substitutes can be a good option to get rid of addiction. For example, if you smoke or chew tobacco, you should try replacing it with cardamom or fennel instead.
- It is also advisable to seek the help of a doctor or a counsellor for addiction recovery. You can also keep yourself away from drugs by staying away from places where drugs are sold. The most important thing to quit an addiction is accepting the problem and preparing yourself for the tough battle ahead.
