Tuesday 26 June 2007

Say NO to Drugs.

The United Nations had designated June 26 as ‘International day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking’. On this day, governments, organizations and people all over the world rally in one voice to support the anti-drug cause.


It calls on young people to consider the health-related reasons why they should stay away from drugs and stop using them. We must make 'Healthy choices' not only by saying "no" to drugs but also by choosing healthy lifestyles. We can develop diverse interest in activities such as sports, music, theatre, civil service, and other positive activities.

Young people are most likely to use drugs because they are innocent and they do not understand the dangers of drugs. They are misinformed that drugs are magic that can make you feel high. But they are not aware of low moods after-effects. You get lots of negative feeling after taking the drugs such as depression, panic, irregular heartbeat, respiratory problems and even sudden death. Sometimes they make wrong decision under the influence of drugs and may have share needles, thus increase the chances of having dangerous diseases like HIV/AIDS, hepatitis, etc.

To have a respectful and healthy life, we must have healthy life styles. We must listen to our parents and teachers who can help us and show us some creative interests like sports. Young boys and girls, who practice sports, learn skills and values, it will stay with them for a lifetime and they will develop self confidence, teamwork and fair play. Through sports, participants are confronted with ethical questions that can guide them in finding the right answers on and off the playing field.

Because once you develop the attachment to drugs, it is very difficult to stay away. Learn to say ‘no to drug’ at the very beginning.

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