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with family problems and issues.
Studies show that teenage addicts
are often from broken families
that have weak connections among
the members. These teenagers
often suffer from a variety of social
problems; peer pressure and
the need to belong are significant
factors.
Addiction treatment should
always start with toxin and
physiological treatment and then
move to the rehabilitation stage.
The physiological treatment must
be taken into account when
developing a treatment plan.
Treating the psychological problems
connected with the social
and family problems experienced
by the patient is very important.
If ignored by the parents themselves,
this may lead to a relapse.
“To prevent such a situation, I
believe that parents should spend
more time with their children and
try to listen to their problems, and
observe and plan for their futures
early,” Dr. Hamadan advises.
There are a number of warning signs and symptoms you will notice if
your son or daughter is an addict:
• Red eyes and dilated or smaller pupils
• Using eye drops to help with red eyes or dilated pupils
• Unexpected weight loss or gain
• Loss of appetite
• Changes in physical appearance (cleanness, tidiness, and hygiene)
• Bad odor on breath or clothing
• Hesitation in speaking and stuttering
• Acting hyper and abnormal
• Always asking for money
• Skipping school and getting lower grades
• Change in friends and being secretive about them
• Changes in manners
• Sudden changes in mood
• Wanting more privacy; locking doors; avoiding eye contact; sneaking
around
• Missing money and valuables
• Acting uncharacteristically isolated, withdrawn, or depressed
• Using incense, perfume, or air freshener to hide the smell of smoke or
drugs
Rising stars
JUMANA GHANEM
Having self-confidence, believing in your abilities, owning a clear vision, and working hard keep the dreams alive
and help achieve success. Desert Dawn meets with more outstanding students in some of Dubai’s high schools
who share their successes, dreams, and ambitions.
1. Marwa Hassan
School: Al Shorouq Private School
Age: 17
Favorite subjects: math and biology
Interests: reading, swimming, and adventure
“I’m very optimistic, active and ambitious. I would like to study biotechnology, especially
genetic engineering. After reading scientific research about the importance of the stem cells,
I promised myself to work hard and achieve my big goal, which is to be a doctor in stem cells
engineering. I’m very sure that achieving this goal is challenging and needs very hard work,
but no one in life succeeds and achieves big accomplishments without risks and challenges.
My role models in life are people who achieved successes from nothing. Therefore, I would
like to start from zero and grow step by step in terms of achieving my big ambitions.”
2. Sara Khalid Mohammed
School: Dubai First Private School
Age: 16
Favorite subjects: math
Interests: reading and programming
“All my classmates think that I’m an introverted and nervous person, but the truth is that I’m
very calm and I don’t like anyone to interrupt me during classes. I’m a workaholic. I like to
focus on my studies and get high marks. I spend my whole day studying, that’s why I don’t
have time to practice my hobbies or gather with friends and family. I will study computer
science as I want to be a successful programmer.”
3. Muna Mohammed Al Awadi
School: The New World Private School
Age: 17
Favorite subjects: psychology and Arabic
Interests: swimming
“I love psychology so much. I always get high marks in it. For this reason, I decided
to study psychology and become a psychologist. I always like to take part in
improving our society and help in solving social and psychological problems
so we can have balanced individuals and society.”