The center of heritage revival organizes workshop (youth drug addiction and ways to combat it)
Under the supervision by prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) , the center of heritage revival organizes workshop entitled organized seminar entitled (youth drug addiction and ways to combat it)in the hall of the center on Monday 14th/4/2025 , The session was chaired by the Head of Academic Affairs, Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris, and the first lecture was given by Asst. Prof. Hind Amer Fadel, a lecturer at our center, who spoke about youth drug addiction as one of the most dangerous phenomena threatening societies, as it leads to the deterioration of physical and mental health. Unemployment, family disintegration, and emotional emptiness push many youth to use drugs as an escape from reality. This negatively affects their behavior and future and may push them to commit crimes. The researcher emphasized the importance of continuous awareness and the effective role of the family, educational, and religious institutions. Then, the researcher Asst. Prof. Zainab Jamal Nowrouz, a lecturer at our center, spoke about ways to treat young people from drugs by acknowledging the problem and the desire to change, followed by medical and psychological treatment in specialized centers. Recovery includes psychological support sessions, awareness of the dangers of addiction, and continuous follow-up to avoid relapse. The family also plays an important role in supporting the recovering person psychologically and socially. The researcher emphasized the contribution of sports and educational activities in reintegrating them into society and building a sound, healthy life. In conclusion, the director of the center thanked the researchers, wishing them continued success in serving our university and great Iraq.
