The drug addiction among students today is a worldwide problem and more common

than one can imagine. Students are trying alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes, and heroin,
even before they have turned 15. Just like any adult addict, the brain-working and
neuron patterns of young drug addicts also show the same changes. Students
constitute an important part of our society. Imagining them to fall into the trap of
substance abuse at such a young age only points towards the seriousness of this issue.

The most common cause of drug addiction among students is the lack of attention
from parents. This is undeniable, especially in the pleasures of life today. Parents are
always busy earning a living to provide for their families and provide necessities for
their families. The time that should be spent with the children becomes limited. This
will result in teenagers enjoying extreme freedom because their activities are no
longer taken into account by their parents. Eventually, the freedom they enjoy will
lead them to the valley of drug addiction.

Second is friends influential. This is because most students spend a lot of time with
their friends. Therefore, the selection of a suitable partner should be done wisely by
everyone. If their friends are involved in drug use, they will indirectly follow their
partner's attitude. This culture should be eradicated because it will only cause these
symptoms to become more serious. Student need to be rational at all times.

Lastly, the lack of religious education. Nowdays, most students who are involved in
drugs are due to a lack of religious education. This happens because parents do not
pay attention to their children. Furthermore, in this modern world students are very
exposed to social symptoms that can damage their minds. Lack of religious education
causes students to do things that are forbidden by religion. Therefore, religious
education is very important to prevent acts that are considered despicable

Our young ones are the future of our society. Watching them fall into this dark pit of
drug addiction is the last thing that we need. With the help of open communication,
observation, and a positive mindset, we as adults can prevent such cases. Nonetheless,
in the case of drug abuse, there should not be any need to feel ashamed and helpless.
Delaying the treatment worsens the case. That is why, once the drug abuse in the
students is confirmed, it is better to take prompt steps and receive help from self-help
groups and therapists