DNA Strings against drugs
2007-06-14
WITH the use of the terror drug Tik increasing daily amongst the youth, parents or guardians, are advised to carefully monitor their children for any sudden changes in their behaviour or appearance.
People using this drug tend to suddenly become hyperactive, talking very fast and stumbling over their words. They also lose their appetite and do not to sleep much. This then automatically leads to drastic weight loss.
When the effects of the drug wears off, the addict will then have the opposite symptoms, sleeping and eating a lot.
The use of Tik leads to the user being very aggressive and restless at most times.
The sooner that a parent suspects that a child may be using this drug, the sooner the path to rehabilitation can begin.
The first step would be to confront your child and if necessary have him/her tested by a medical practitioner who will pick up signs of Tik in their system. Tests are also available from pharmacies.
Often parents try to hide the fact that their children have a drug problem, but the longer that this serious issue is avoided, the worse the situation gets.
The Paarl Police will be holding a drug awareness campaign for the public in the Paarl Hall on 25 and 26 June to address all the issues that go hand in hand with drug abuse.
This campaign will include an exhibition to strengthen the awareness of drug abuse and there will be talks and discussions by guest speakers.
A surprise appearance will also be made by popular local band DNA strings who have strong affiliations with anti-drug campaigns.
Tickets will be R5 for the exhibitions as well as the talks, and R3 for the exhibition only.
The proceeds hereof will be used to help establish a Drug Group in Paarl which will be of assistance to users as well as a support group for families.
For more information, contact Capt Louise du Plessis at 021-807-4044. For other drug related issues, call SANCA 021-872-9671.
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