Srinagar, April 22 -- In many homes today, laughter has been replaced by silence, not because of conflict or poverty, but because of drug addiction. Drug addiction has quietly taken over a loved one's life. Drug abuse means taking harmful substances or using them excessively, such as alcohol, heroin, cannabis, or even prescription drugs. It affects not only mental health but also the body and leads to dependency. Drug peddlers often prey on young people who are facing problems like unemployment, isolation, or family issues. Initially, they approach them in a friendly and trustworthy manner, often by offering drugs for free or at a very low cost, creating a false sense of control and curiosity. Once a person starts taking drugs out of curi...