Meghalaya Study: Drug Use Starts as Early as Age 10

A new study in Meghalaya found that young people are starting to use drugs much earlier than in other places, like age 10.

The average age when someone starts is 19.

Most users are men, and many don't have much schooling.

Heroin is the most common drug, and it costs a lot of money each day.

People start using drugs because they are curious, have problems at home, or feel pressured.

Getting drugs is easy.

Experts worry that starting young makes addiction more likely.

They suggest helping kids in schools and communities to prevent this.