The authorities in the country have been concerned about the increasing cases of Substance abuse among the young people. It has been seen that the people have started consuming drugs like marijuana and ecstasy more than the alcoholic drinks.

In a new research, it was confirmed that the consumption of marijuana has increased to 39% from 32% between 2008 and 2010. The use of ecstasy has also increased from 6% to 10%.

The authorities want to start new procedures to increase the awareness about the consequences of these drugs. They have been requesting parents to support the cause. As per the experts, the parents will be required to play a crucial role in reducing these appalling figures.

The consumption of alcoholic drinks has reduced over the period of time. The teen prefer Substance abuse over alcohol.

Every year many teenagers die because of the overdose of drugs. Numerous teens are addicted to drugs and are not willing to quit as they enjoy the high provided by the drugs.

Most of the high school kids are fine with the consumption of marijuana but they consider smoking a cigarette bad. They believe that marijuana is less harmful than a cigarette. The authorities want to change this misconception among the teenagers.