LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF DRUGS ON YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH; COUNSELLING APPROACHES
Research Article
LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF DRUGS ON YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH; COUNSELLING APPROACHES
ABSTRACT
Substance abuse and addiction have become global problems, especially among adolescents and young
adults. Many young people develop addictions to other substances and stimulants with comparable effects
to narcotics. Substance abuse is a significant concern within the medical profession, particularly for
psychiatry, psychology, social workers, and researchers. Exposure to drug use and misuse has been shown
to be related to adverse effects on physical and mental health. The data for this study was obtained through
an online questionnaire. The Canadian Student Tobacco, Alcohol, and Drug Survey was the primary
survey tool and was subsequently localized into Albanian. To meet the criteria of the survey, more
questions were included. The survey was structured into eight sections. The questionnaire was composed
of 32 statements, in total, 110 people. Our survey data shows that gatherings are the most common setting
for cannabis use, followed by homes and schools.
Substances taken with a doctor's prescription are prone to abuse and misuse. 42% of respondents said that
they have used a prescribed medication despite the fact that they did not have a doctor's prescription for
it. Substance use disorder can lead to neglecting relationships, neglecting family, and confrontations or
fights. It is essential to improve the education of our young people, and it is essential for clinicians to be
mindful of whom they prescribe medications to.
SULEJMANI, H.,
&
ZIBERI, F.,
(2023). LONG-TERM EFFECTS OF DRUGS ON YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH; COUNSELLING APPROACHES. International Journal of Education and Philology, 4(1), 92-102. Arrival Date Posted By:https://ijep.ibupress.com/articles/long-term-effects-of-drugs-on-youth-mental-health-counselling-approaches
