Investigating the Causes and Consequences of Narcotic Addiction in Faryab Province (Case Study: 1401-1403)

Abstract

In addition to affecting the individual lives of individuals, drug addiction has also left irreparable effects on the family system and society. In this regard, the present study investigated the factors and consequences of drug addiction in Faryab province between 1401 and 1403. The purpose of this study is to identify the factors and consequences of drug addiction in Faryab province and also to obtain scientific solutions to reduce addiction to this phenomenon. To achieve these goals, a descriptive-analytical research method and a field data collection method were used, which were studied using the opinions of 152 citizens of Faryab province. Data analysis was performed using SPSS 26 software. The results of the study show that easy access to drugs, poverty and illiteracy, the presence of bad friends, and lack of parental attention are among the factors of drug addiction. Based on the findings of the study, it was found that compared to 1401, the amount of drug production in Faryab province has decreased, which has not been without effect on the reduction of drug consumption. Also, drug addiction has destructive consequences such as disruption of the family system, cultural and religious changes, and has caused misery and inefficiency in the younger generation. To overcome this problem, effective scientific solutions have been proposed, the implementation of which can bring tangible results.