One Decision, Whole Life — Say NO to Drugs
An Inspiring Special Report Based on WHO and Govt. of India Data
Life is often shattered not by major accidents, but by small wrong decisions. Addiction is one such decision—it usually starts with "just once" and gradually takes over an entire lifetime. This report presents the physical, mental, social, economic, and national impacts of addiction using authentic data.
Drug use is not entertainment or just a weakness. According to the WHO, it is a Chronic Disease. it permanently alters the brain's reward system, making it difficult for a person to quit even if they want to.
🩺 (i) Liver Related: Fatty liver, Liver Cirrhosis, and Liver failure.
❤️ (ii) Heart Diseases: Heart attack, stroke, and high blood pressure. Cocaine and alcohol increase these risks significantly.
🧠 (iii) Mental Illness: Depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia.
🫁 (iv) Lung Diseases: Cancer, chronic bronchitis, and COPD.
According to the WHO Global Health Report: Every year, more than 3 million people die due to the use of alcohol and drugs. This includes 2.6 million deaths from alcohol and 600,000 from other drugs. It is the world's largest "Silent Epidemic."
According to Government of India surveys, over 370 million Indians consume some form of intoxicants.
160 Million
Alcohol Consumers
31 Million
Cannabis Users
⚠️ According to the NCRB, an average of 21 deaths occur daily due to drug-related suicides or overdoses. The highest number of these deaths is among youth aged 18–35 years.
Youth is the age of dreams. Addiction reduces concentration and memory power in studies, destroys self-discipline, and snatches away all future opportunities.
Addiction doesn't just break the individual; it breaks the entire family. Domestic violence, economic crisis, and social insecurity are its direct results. It also paralyzes the nation's productive workforce.
Courage is not required to do drugs; it is required to refuse them. If friends pressure you or mock you, maintain your identity and say a clear "No."
- Set Clear Goals: A future goal keeps you away from addiction.
- Right Company: Your future depends on the 5 closest people around you.
- Healthy Alternatives: Use Yoga, sports, and music as mediums to relieve stress.
- Government Help: Seek professional help from de-addiction centers.
Accept the problem, seek professional help, and return with patience and family support.
The facts and figures are clear. A "NO" taken today is a guarantee for your future success and good health.
Final Pledge
“I choose life, not drugs.”
This decision can save your life and the future of the nation.
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