Substance abuse among Indian children is growing at a much faster rate than previously believed. And contrary to popular belief, the addicts are not just street children. A first-of-its kind study conducted by the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), has found that one third of juvenile substance abusers live in homes and attend schools. The average age of those using drugs like opium, pharmaceutical opiods and heroin is as low as 14.3 years, noted the study which covered more than 4,000 children and adolescent substance abusers across India.
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