Substance Use and Mental Health.

from Spectrum · host Lukho Mkwedi Phuthi

According to the World Drug Report 2021 the population most at risk of using drugs, young people aged 15–34, is projected to grow in the next decade, in particular in low-income countries. The average age for drug dependency in South Africa is a staggering 12 with 50% of South African teens drinking alcohol. Masiviwe from Heartlines is back and this time they are looking at and discussing Substance Use and Mental Health. They are looking at alcohol abuse and how to help someone struggling with alcohol addiction. Spectrum

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