Srinagar 12 March: In the series of mental health programme organized by Drug De-addiction services, Police Control Room Kashmir to aware people particularly the young generation about the ill effects of drug abuse, a programme was held at Iqbal High School Soura, Srinagar today. The centre has already conducted over 70 mental health programmes in various schools & colleges.
Over 100 students of class 8th, 9th, 10th participated in the programme. The team of professionals includes counsellors, social workers and was headed by Dr Shaila.
In the first session the medical officer Dr. Shaila elaborated the drug addiction syndrome & its medical consequences. She emphasized on how the problem of addiction can be tackled. She also emphasized role of De Addiction centre & treatment protocol.
During the second session, Counsellor Mr.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelGhulam Rasool Dar & Psychiatric social worker Mr. Manzoor Ahmad Yatoo elaborated the Drug Addiction scenario of Kashmir, experience from working in police Drug De-Addiction centre. They also emphasized on various psychosocial factors related to addiction & its psycho-social consequences. They also highlighted on early identification of symptoms & different motivation strategies. The counsellors also gave detailed overview of the role of counselling in controlling addictive behaviour.
The teachers of the school appreciated the programme & lastly the students were provided complete information about police Drug de Addiction services. They were informed to call on telephone no. 0194-2506512 which is stress management helpline, where a professional counsellor is available 24×7. (KNS)