Pakistan’s drug addiction problem

Pakistan’s drug addiction problem – Pakistan has been battling a growing problem of drug addiction in the country. Most users rely on local NGOs for treatment and rehabilitation, but these are often weighed down by a lack of funds. Now, a leading charity has shut down after a dispute with the government cut off vital support for thousands of people. Al Jazeera’s Hashem Ahelbarra reports.

Family speaks out on prescription drug addiction

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Look and don't be in denial. It's your child's life that you're talking about." In 2010, Arkansas was one of the leading states in drug abuse. Studies show the problem for many starts as early as sixth grade, much like in Cameron's case, and affects …
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National survey shows reduction in non-medical prescription drug use among …

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24, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ — The number of people aged 18 to 25 who used prescription drugs for non-medical purposes in the past month declined 14 percent — from 2.0 million in 2010 to 1.7 million in 2011 — the U.S. Substance Abuse and …
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