1 year ago
Devanakonda Seminar Addresses Drug Addiction Among Youth
Imagine your body is like a house, and drugs are like unwanted guests that cause damage.
Some young people start using drugs because of friends or stress.
These drugs might seem fun at first, but they can make you feel bad and want more.
Taking drugs by mouth hurts your stomach and liver.
Smoking hurts your lungs and heart, and injecting drugs can give you dangerous diseases.
If you see anyone using drugs, tell someone.
It's important for parents to watch out for any changes in their children.
A seminar on drug addiction was held at Government Junior College, Devanakonda.
Speakers discussed the harmful effects of drug abuse on physical and mental health.
Youth are warned about peer pressure and the deceptive tactics of those introducing drugs.
Students were encouraged to report drug-related activities to a toll-free helpline.
Parental supervision is emphasized as crucial in preventing drug abuse.
- Who
- Youth, Dr. K Venugopal, Inspector Vishwanath, Principal Venu Gopal Sharma, and SETKUR.
- What
- A seminar on drug addiction and its consequences.
- Where
- Government Junior College, Devanakonda.
- When
- Tuesday.
- Why
- To raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and its impact.
Key facts
- Event
- Drug Addiction Awareness Seminar
- Location
- Devanakonda, Kurnool district
- Organizers
- District Youth Welfare Department and SETKUR
- Speakers
- Dr. K Venugopal, Inspector Vishwanath, Principal Venu Gopal Sharma
- Toll-free Helpline
- 1972
- App Encouraged
- Disha App
