Drug addiction brings shame to you – Former addict cautions Youth
Sharing a deeply emotional testimony about his past struggles with addiction on Voices of Change, Kambase described the experience as cancerous saying it destroys not only the individual but also families and society at large.
Jonas Kambase, a former drug addict turned advocate against drug abuse has called on the youth to desist from abuses illicit drugs and alcohol, recalling the struggles he experienced previously as an addict.
Sharing a deeply emotional testimony about his past struggles with addiction on Voices of Change, Kambase described the experience as cancerous saying it destroys not only the individual but also families and society at large.
“Addiction brings shame to you, your family, and everyone who knows you. It makes you neglect your responsibilities, and that comes with a lot of pain.” Kambase shared.
He urged families not to abandon loved ones battling addiction, but to show them love, empathy, and seek the necessary support for their recovery.
“People in addiction need to first accept that they need help and trust in a higher power to turn their lives around.” He added.
Robert Ayisiyiga, an educationist who spoke on the show also highlighted some of the commonly abused substances among the youth, including alcohol, marijuana, painkillers, snuff, shisha, and even substances like super glue and bicycle solution.
Ayisiyiga said curiosity, unregulated drug sales, and the desire for heightened pleasure are major drivers of the trend.
“Excuse my language, but sexual satisfaction is one major reason behind substance abuse. The enticing social media adverts make many young people want to try and see for themselves.” He stated.
He cautioned that drug abuse poses serious health and financial risks, contributes to road accidents, and leads to premature deaths.
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