The phenomenon of drug abuse is not just about adults and teenagers but these symptoms have spread among teenagers including children and elementary school students. We all know bad things can happen to the drugs users. For an example, drug addiction, school dropout and teen violence continue to highlight the depth of the drug problem among teenagers. They also can have fatal and chronic health problems. They can destroy their personal, social and professional lives. They may even end up their life in prison. But why did teenagers taking drugs? What are the causes of drug use among teenagers?
The first cause is simple curiosity. Many teens have heard about drugs, and they feel curious to experience it for themselves. They have heard that drugs can be fun, or make a person feel and act different. Maybe they have seen their friends or family members behave differently while on drugs, and they want to see how it really feels. We see drugs on TV and movies every day. It is not unusual to be curious about something you see and hear about so often, that’s why many people like to try drugs because they are curious about them, even it is very dangerous.
In addition, lack of religious education is also a factor in drug abuse. Adolescents who are less religious than their parents are more likely to fall into drug abuse. This is because with the teen’s strong religious beliefs it can be difficult to make mistakes or to do wrong in law and religion. due to their lack of religious education it will be easier to commit wrongdoing such as drug abuse.
In addition, parental neglect has also been a causes of drug abuse among teenagers. This is undeniable because parents who are always busy with work to earn a living and make a living for the happiness of their children. But the time spent for the children is limited by their busyness in doing the work. Over time, that freedom led them to the brink of drug abuse.
References
- National Institute on Drug Abuse
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
- Foundation for a Drug-Free World
- NIDA for Teens
- Partnership for Drug-Free Kids
- Drug Use Among Adolescents and Young Adults
- MedlinePlus – Drug Abuse
- KidsHealth – Drugs: What to Know
- NASP – Preventing Drug Abuse in Schools
