Why do adolescents start taking drugs? How can this be avoided?

Explanation

(i) Reasons of taking drugs by adolescents:
(a) Curiosity about drugs
(b) Peer pressure
(c) For relief from frustration.
(d) False belief of enhanced performance.
(e) For relief from pain.
(f) Family.s history.
(ii) Drug abuse can be avoided by:
(a) Avoiding peer pressure.
(b) Proper education and counselling.
(c) Guidance by teachers and parents.
(d) Proper remedial or treatment methods.
(e) Seeking professional and medical help.