In today's society, drug addiction has emerged as a grave threat to our youth. This crisis, rooted in family, social, and mental degradation, not only destroys individual lives but also undermines the very fabric of our society.
Faced with high expectations and life's mounting pressures, many young people seek escape through drugs-often as a response to depression and emotional distress. Over time, addiction results in physical harm, memory loss, a lack of self-control, and moral decline. These ripple effects continue to cross boundaries, increasing family conflict, social isolation, and even criminal activity, ultimately destabilizing communities.
Many youths are driven to drugs due to mental stress, job insecurity, and anxiety about the future. When families fail to provide emotional support and society offers misguided role models, the appeal of drugs becomes dangerously strong. Unmet expectations and a lack of purpose fuel a cycle of despair and poor decisions.
It is crucial that the government implements strict laws to curb both the supply and use of drugs. At the same time, awareness campaigns and counselling programmes should be introduced in schools, colleges, and workplaces. Families and educational institutions must play a more active role in guiding young people. Proper mental health services and support systems are also essential so that the youth can seek help in times of distress.
Drug addiction is not merely a personal issue-it is a social catastrophe. The youth are the architects of our future, and saving them from this destructive path requires collective awareness, proper guidance and strong community action. If we each take responsibility, we can restore hope and help bring an entire generation back to life.
Sadia Sultana Rimi
Student, Department of Mathematics
Jagannath University, Dhaka
