Aghaz-e-Nau

A seminar was held  at  Workers Welfare Higher Secondary School, Nishtar Colony, Lahore on  28. 04.2011 from 1 1:00 am to 01:00 pm. The seminar was held with the following objectives:                       To introduce “Lahore Drug Free City Project”   To discuss the Role of ANF in Drug Supply Reduction and Drug Demand Reduction    To discuss harmful effects of drugs    To educate parents and teachers on how to help youth stay away from drugs             To Motivate Students to create massive awareness against drug abuse in the society The seminar was organized by Aghaz-e-Nau in collaboration with Maj. (R), Nadeem Abbas, Project Manager “Lahore Drug Free City”.  Audience: ·          Yong Students (Approximately 300) ·          Parents  (300) ·          Teachers  (40) ·          Total: More than 60        Audience Response/Objectives achieved All the participants took interest and showed keen interest to learn more.   One child volunteered to speak on drug addiction   One of

Some signs of risk can be seen as early as infancy or early childhood, such as aggressive behavior, lack of self-control, or difficult temperament. As the child gets older, interactions with family, at school, and within the community can affect that child’s risk for later drug abuse. Children’s earliest interactions occur in the family; sometimes family situations heighten a child’s risk for later drug abuse, for example, when there is: a lack of attachment and nurturing by parents or caregivers; ineffective parenting; and a caregiver who abuses drugs But families can provide protection from later drug abuse when there is: a strong bond between children and parents; parental involvement in the child’s life; and clear limits and consistent enforcement of discipline Interactions outside the family can involve risks for both children and adolescents, such as: poor classroom behavior or social skills; academic failure; and association with drug-abusing peers. Association with drug-abusing

Given below are a few tips for parents to help their children prevent from using drugs. 1-Discuss the Issue Children get to know a lot though their peers and mostly they tend to develop misconceptions about drug and alcohol abuse. So make sure to take out some time and discuss these issues with your children and help them understand the harmful effects of drug or alcohol abuse. 2-Listen to your Child Pay attention to your child and carefully listen to him when he or she comes up with questions or concerns related to drugs. Encourage your child to share his o her feelings with you and be supportive. 3- Help your Child Develop Self Confidence Let your child know about his or her strengths and potentials. Prais your child's efforts and achievements. It will help your child develop confidence and self esteem. If you have to correct your child's behavior, don't criticize him rather let your child know that he needs to change his behavior. Remember to be a good role model. 4- Hel