Abstract: Over the past three decades, the valley of Kashmir, akin to other regions globally, has witnessed a significant escalation in the prevalence of drug addiction and suicide rates The objective of this study was to examine the influence of religious education on the resilience and character development of an individual and thereupon on the rates of drug addiction and suicide. To what degree does the provision of religious education throughout the formative years of childhood make an individual strong and resilient, subsequently influencing his inclination to resort to drug addiction and/or suicide when confronted with adversity? In order to perform the study, the data was collected by the administration of a questionnaire to a sample of 125 participants. This group included parents and youth, education professionals, individuals with substance misuse disorders, and personnel from two separate drug rehabilitation institutions. The findings derived from quantitative analysis indicate a statistically significant correlation between religious education and the prevalence of drug addiction and suicide. This study provides valuable insights for parents as well as educational governing bodies regarding the significance of incorporating religious education at home, and within the school curriculum.
Keywords: Drug abuse, Drug addiction, Suicide, Religious Education, Islamic Education, Youth, Resilience.
Title: IMPACT OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ON THE RATES OF DRUG ADDICTION AND SUICIDE – A CASE STUDY OF KASHMIR
Author: Shazia Malik
International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research
ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online)
Vol. 12, Issue 1, January 2024 - March 2024
Page No: 177-186
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Published Date: 28-February-2024
