IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023

In 2023, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) reported that 119 individuals were using drugs. This figure indicates a 40% increase from the previous year, but a 65% decrease compared to 2019. Data from the Central Registration System for Drug Abusers revealed that there was a minimum of five cases involving drug abusers under the age of 21, showing a year-on-year increase. Authorities noted that overall drug usage remained relatively low last year, with crystal methamphetamine being the primary illegal substance consumed, while cannabis exhibited a rising trend. The data also showed a decline in the rate of drug abuse among young students, dropping from 2.92% in 2018 to 0.96% in 2022.

IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023

IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023

IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023

IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023

IAS records 119 individuals using drugs in 2023