Drugs are destructive to our lives, as well as the human society. In recent years, there is an increasing number of drug abuses in Hong Kong. The problem is becoming worse especially for the youths. Teenagers take drugs due to various reasons. For example, they believe that drugs help them to become less stressed. On the other hand, they are ignorant about the harmful effects of taking drugs. Very often, the harmful effects of drug abuse are not found in the first few years. From time to time, drug abusers would realize that their bodies have been permanently damaged by drugs. And most likely, they will develop strong regretful feeling towards themselves. This is what we don’t want to see.

At first sight, it seems that drug abuse causes personal health problems only. Then, what is the reason that there is a need to stop drug abuse? To what extent does drug abuse essential to be interdicted? In fact, drug abuse does not only cause great damage to drug abusers, it also affects the surrounding people. At last, it leads to the damage of the whole society. Vandalism, pilferage and domestic violence are common to see within drug abuser’s lives. Their actions upset the development of a city such as economic development and the city’s competitiveness.

Lastly, I hope this article can raise the public concerns about drug abuse. And remember, say “NO” to drugs!