Is it just me or does it seem like drugs are becoming more of a problem in our society? It seems like marijuana use is at an all-time, not to mention the crazy increase in the abuse of prescription medication.
If the saying “misery loves company” is true, then we are not alone in our drug-abusing misery. The European Union reports that drug abuse there is at all-time high levels as well.
Recent reports have revealed that the European Union has one of the most prevalent drug abuse problems in the world. Specifically, the use of Heroin continues to be one reason for a number of drug- related deaths in the vicinity. There need to be strong measures taken to curb this problem; otherwise it is bound to become a full blown threat in no time.
There are also regular users of opioid in the European Union. It was further reported that 51% of the total drug users have even been registered with special treatment for curbing their problems of opioid abuse. It has further been revealed that people using this drug these days are older people more than the youngsters. Another concern raised here is the fear of the outbreak of HIV; as a result of infected needles that are used for injecting people with the drug.
It was revealed that the abuse of opioid in the EU is slightly lesser than the scenario in Australian, Canada and the USA.
The trend further suggests that the use of injecting drugs has decreased over the years. People understand that injections are a source of infection and might lead to number of diseases such as HIV/AIDS and so on. The government and the health authorities need to take a firm stand on this matter.
There need to be effective measures taken to bring down the levels of drug abuse. It is essential that people understand the need for keeping their bodies detoxified and free from impurities. They need to understand the potential risk that drugs pose on their health and safety. Addiction is something that makes one lose his/ her all, and hit rock bottom.
I would hope that greater alcohol awareness and drug awareness would help curb the recent surge in drug use and abuse. There are currently even online alcohol classes and online drug classes to help educate people on the facts and dangers of alcohol and drug use.