https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7 Start your journey to become a SANA Ambassador in your community en-us 2020-04-23 02:30:10 UTC 2026-02-17 20:59:04 UTC hello@padlet.com riduan2 https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526060574 This workshop is an initiative of the Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association targeted at Youth
between the ages of 14 to 30 years old.
We hope that through this workshop, you will gain and be equipped with the following:
Understand the current situation of
substance abuse
Know the dangers, effects, preventive
measures and treatments of substance
abuse
Understand why young people turn
to substance abuse and the social
consequences around it
To organize a bespoke workshop, talk or training for your students/youth, do drop us an
e-mail at sana@sana.org.sg and we will get back to you to discuss the details!
Spot the general profile of a substance
abuser
Know that you do not need substances
and how to say “NO” and still be cool
Become a role model and a SANA
Ambassador]]> 2020-04-23 15:11:37 UTC https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526060574 riduan2 https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526074698 Substance abuse is a major concern in both
rich and poor countries. When substances
are used without proper instructions by
medical professionals, they become
harmful. This becomes an addictive
behaviour which may consequently lead
to abuse, dependency on substances and
worst of all, death.
Substance abuse not only destroys a
person’s life but also, poses a threat to
the family, community and the country
at large. Social issues which surface
from substance abuse include family
disintegration, loss of employment,
failure in school, and domestic violence.
Different countries have different
perspectives on substance addicts and
substance related crimes. For instance, in
some western countries, there is a constant
debate on the classification of drugs and
whether drugs like marijuana should be
legalised. There are also signs of an
increasing tolerant attitudes towards drugs.
It has been argued that the legalisation of
consumption of “soft” drugs would lead the
drug abuser seeking “hard” drugs for more
intense psychoactive effects.
Singapore adopts a zero tolerance policy
towards substance abuse. Stringent laws
and harsh penalties are imposed on those
involved in illegal substance activities
to reduce the demand and supply of
illicit substances.
All types of substance abuse are
likely to pose problems for our future
generations. Thus, the law allows for
substance abusers to be rehabiliated
and get treatment immediately at drug
rehabilitation centres. This prevents them
from continuing their substance abuse and
influencing others. Enforcement agencies
are also working closely with various
community partners, including social
service organisations and halfway houses,
as part of a joint effort to achieve a
drug-free Singapore. Effective substance
control is only possible with a combined
community effort.]]> 2020-04-23 15:16:19 UTC https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526074698 riduan2 https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526099536 The True Cost of Drugs]]> 2020-04-23 15:24:28 UTC https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526099536 riduan2 https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526119988 WHAT IS SUBSTANCE ABUSE?
Substance abuse refers to the harmful
or hazardous use of psychoactive
substances, including alcohol and
illicit drugs. The substance used
or consumed can change one’s
perception, mood, consciousness
and/or behaviour.
Substance abuse involves any of
the following:
Consuming/using substances without
a doctor’s prescription
Consuming/using more substances
than what was prescribed by the doctor
Consuming/using substances for fun,
and/or as a form of escape from stress,
anxiety or pain
WHAT IS SUBSTANCE ADDICTION
OR DEPENDENCE?
Substance abuse can lead to addiction
or dependence. When addicted to a
substance, the addict has to depend
on the substance for his daily activities.
The addict will no longer be in control of
his/her own life as he/she may become
obsessed with the next fix. If the addict
does not have the money to finance the
addiction, he/she is likely to lie, cheat or
rob to buy substances, and this will lead
to many other problems.]]> 2020-04-23 15:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/riduan2/5uwgo29n8z0smjb7/wish/526119988