Hyderabad: Premia Academy
organized an awareness program on the ill effects of drug abuse and trafficking
at their campus in Hyderabad at the first Voice of Wisdom event, an initiative
taken by The Premia Academy to address pressing issues in education, parenting
and childcare. The event aimed at creating awareness about the physical and
psychological effects of substance abuse, the drug-related humanitarian crisis
and the steps to eradicate the menace. The program was organized in association
with Dr. Kalyan Chakravarthy, a renowned Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, and
Ms. Bhargavi Reddy, a Mental
Health advocate and conscious parenting coach. The event was organized to
mark the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit trafficking which is
recognized worldwide as a day to strengthen action and cooperation to achieve
the goal of an international society free of drug abuse.
The International Day against Drugs Abuse and
Illicit Trafficking is a United Nations initiative to raise awareness among the
masses against drug abuse and the illegal drug
trade.
The speakers emphasized that the drug
epidemic is engulfing society, especially the youth, who represent the future
of the nation. It is our primary duty to educate the children about drugs
and illicit trafficking and most importantly, their root causes so that these
social evils can be eradicated. The speakers also interacted with students to
recognize the reason for addictions and how they can identify these at the
right time.
Speaking on the occasion Psychiatrist Dr. Kalyan
Chakravarthy said, “Addiction involves genetic factors, peer pressure,
loneliness, and hopelessness, which are especially prevalent in teens. It is
our duty to ensure that we impart the right education and create such avenues
to educate children. I want to thank Premia Academy for providing this forum
for a constructive dialogue with the students.”
Adding to this Ms. Bhargavi Reddy, a mental health
advocate and conscious parenting coach, said, "Though drug abuse is a big
menace, these addictions can be addressed effectively by channelizing the kid’s
and adult’s energies, eating balanced food, and providing the right support. We
have to ensure a conducive environment at home and ensure our kids are aware of
the ill effects of drug abuse.”
According to Ms.
Trupti Rao, Principal, Premia Academy, "We are delighted to
organize the awareness program on 'International Day against Drug Abuse and
Illicit Trafficking'. The event is focused on creating a dialogue about
addiction and the humanitarian crises related to drugs. In the present day,
kids face so many physiological and mental challenges and its imperative for
educational institutes like Premia Academy to help the students understand the
dark world surrounding drugs and trafficking.
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