Factors affecting Drug Addiction: basis for Preventive Program for Students in Pedro A. Paterno National High School

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research identified the factors that caused drug addiction among high school students in Pedro A. Paterno National High School. To make this research reliable, questionnaires were administered to collect information.

METHODS

This study used questionnaires. Descriptive method of research is suitable to identify the factors that cause drug addiction among highschool students in Pedro A. Paterno National High School.

RESULTS

Many respondents favored that coping up with their personal problems is the main cause of drug addiction. The reason why some students become addicted to drugs is because of peer pressure.

DISCUSSIONS

The results demonstrate that emotional support from families and relatives is one of the treatment options that could possibly help to efface the drug addiction among high school students. The community as well should encourage the participation of students in extra-curricular activities in different programs of community to prevent the use of drugs.