FACULTY OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS STUDIES (BA111)

BA1114G

MGT269: BUSINESS COMMUNICATION

REPORT ON DRUG ADDICTS IN MALAYSIA

PREPARED FOR:

MR KHAIRUL FIRHAN BIN YUSOB

PREPARED BY:

NAME NO. STUDENT

NUR SYALIANA BINTI ZAIM 2022457008
SALMI SHAZWANA BINTI BESAR 2022663142
IMAN HAIRIN BINTI ARMAN 2022890312
MUHAMMAD ZAIM MUZAKKIR BIN 2022808144
YUSSOF
 LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

Diploma in Business Studies (BA111)

Faculty of Business Management

Universiti Teknologi Mara Pahang Branch

Raub Campus

12 May 2024

Mr Khairul Firhan Bin Yusob

Lecturer of Business Communication

Universiti Teknologi Mara Pahang Branch

Jengka Campus

Sir,

Submission of Report On Number of Drug Addicts Cases by State and Type of Occupation in Malaysia
from 2020-2022.

We are submitting the attached report entitled Number of Drug Addicts Cases by State and Type of
Occupation in Malaysia from 2020-2022.

This report analyzed Number of Drug Addicts Cases by State and Type of Occupation in Malaysia from
2020-2022.

In addition, we also recommended suggestions in overcoming the issue/problem in this report.

Below is the list of the group members that involved in completing the report:

NUR SYALIANA BINTI ZAIM 2022457008

SALMI SHAZWANA BINTI BESAR 2022663142

IMAN HAIRIN BINTI ARMAN 2022890312

MUHAMMAD ZAIM MUZAKKIR BIN YUSSOF 2022808144

We hope you will find this report satisfactory.

Thank you.

Yours sincerely

……………………

(NUR SYALIANA BINTI ZAIM)

TABLE OF CONTENT

CONTENT PAGE

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1

INTRODUCTION 2-4

1.1 Background of Problems

1.2 Purpose

1.3 Scope

1.4 Methods of Investigation

1.5 Limitations

FINDINGS/DATA ANALYSIS 5 - 34

CONCLUSION 35

RECOMMENDATIONS 36

REFERENCES 37

APPENDICES 38 - 39
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

In recent years, the issue of drug addiction in our country has become hotly debated by the community,
especially the superiors. The community in our country should not underestimate this and should
implement several initiatives to resolve the matter.

We've got statistics on the number of drug addicts based on their respective states and occupations.
The information we found was very clear and specific. So, the purpose of making this report is to study in
more detail the number of drug addicts from 2020 to 2022.

Based on the analysis we have conducted, we have obtained data on drug addiction cases for a period of
three years, starting from 2020 until 2022. The statistics on drug addicts encompass all states in
Malaysia. For instance, Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Melaka, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Pulau
Pinang, Sabah, Sarawak, Selangor, Terengganu, WP Kuala Lumpur, and WP Labuan exhibited a decrease
in the year 2021 and an increase in the year 2022. For Sarawak and WP Putrajaya is increasing in the year
2021 and decreasing in the year 2022. Then, Selangor is increasing from the year 2020 until 2022.

Finally, we can conclude that the issue of increasing the number of drug addicts in our country is very
important and should not be underestimated as it affects the future state of our country and nation.
Every group should be self-respecting and always take precautions from getting caught up with drug
feces. The Malaysian government should also implement several initiatives such as anti-drug campaigns
and tightening laws.

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INTRODUCTION

1.1 BACKGROUND OF PROBLEMS

In the years between 2020 and 2022, there have been variations in the number of drug addicts in
Malaysia; the number highest in 2022 (23, 517), the lowest in 2021 (18, 205), with 2020 falling in the
middle (20, 643). A large number of people of various ages, genders, and backgrounds have been
affected by the use of drugs. Drug abusers opt to use drugs for a variety of reasons.

One of the reasons why people use drugs is their own tendency. Some people are more likely to use
drugs because of their natural tendencies or curiosities. Besides that, a person's sensitivity to drug
addiction can be greatly influenced by family dynamics, upbringing, and exposure to drug use within the
family. Next, a person's likelihood of consuming drugs might be influenced by their living environment. A
wide range of factors, including unemployment, poverty, and a lack of leisure activities, could be
involved. Lastly, teenagers and young adults who have too much spare time on their hands and don't use
it productively may experiment with drugs.

Annual drug addiction-related crime data are released by the Department of data Malaysia (DOSM) in
cooperation with the National Anti-Drugs Agency (NADA). NADA's collection of data from numerous
treatment and recovery facilities sheds light on the patterns of drug addiction. The conditions under
which 18,205 people were identified as drug addicts as of September 2023 are shown in the following
data, with amphetamine-type stimulant (ATS) addiction among the addiction categories included: 4,166,
crystalline methamphetamine: 11,171, 2,756 heroin, morphine 1,078 methamphetamine pills, Cannabis:
540, others: 0 opium, 95, and 15 psychiatric drugs.

Youth who are exposed to substance misuse on a regular basis suffer a number of obstacles, such as
trouble in school, health problems (such as emotional and mental health disorders), strained
relationships with their peers, and engagement in the juvenile criminal system.

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1.2 PURPOSE

The research objectives of the study are as follows :

● To investigate the total number of drug addicts by type of occupation and state in Malaysia from
2020 to 2022.
● To recommend the ways to reduce the cases of drug addicts by type of occupation and state in
Malaysia from 2020 to 2022.

1.3 SCOPE

This report focuses on the total number of drug addicts, followed by the state and occupation in
Malaysia from 2020 - 2022. The main part of this report is findings, conclusion and recommendation.
Based on our research, 30 diagrams are included in this report. Other than that, this study will inform the
public that the drug cases in Malaysia are getting worse. Furthermore, there are also some ways
suggested by each of the members to reduce drug cases in Malaysia based on internet searching.

1.4 METHOD OF INVESTIGATION

The method that we use to complete this report is by using secondary data. For secondary data, we got
statistics data given by our lecturer, Mr. Khairul Firhan which is the number of drug addicts by state and
type of occupation in Malaysia from 2020 to 2022. Other than that, we also use the internet for
searching data about drug addicts in malaysia. Since the investigation data is comprehensive, its
information makes it quite valuable. Then graphs and charts were created to find the purposes.

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1.5 LIMITATIONS

To conclude this report, a number of limitations to this research are identified. To avoid the factors
affecting this report, solutions are taken in this situation.

To begin with, Our group has difficulty communicating because each member of the group has their
own responsibilities and activities, especially on weekends. Due to everyone’s responsibilities and
activities, we don’t get enough time to communicate together to discuss this report. As all of the
members were through the online class, we decided to communicate and discuss it by calling the
members through whatsapp call or google meet.

Moreover, the lack of internet while in the process of making this report. Since most of our group
members depend on the internet provided by college, the internet always got disconnected due to
unknown reasons. After we had a discussion, all of the members decided to use our own internet or be
called a ‘hotspot’ via our own phone.

In conclusion, the limitations that had been mentioned before is just a small issue that our group had to
face. We believe that the limitations are not an excuse for us to not complete this report. However, all of
the members were wishing that we could communicate more and get enough internet access in order to
smoothly complete this report.

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 2.0 FINDINGS & DATA ANALYSIS

Figure 1

In figure 1. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts working as constructors in
Malaysia for the year 2020, 2021, and 2022. The total number of drug addicts working as
constructors in Malaysia seems to have increased throughout the year.

In 2020, 286 drug addicts were detected, the number of cases has increased to 335 in 2021
and continued to increase to 345 in 2022 which is the higher one.

In conclusion, the graph benefits everyone as it raises awareness about how bad drug addiction
cases are in Malaysia. In addition, it shows that this graph helps people easily understand the
data because it is so detailed.

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 Figure 2

In figure 2. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts working in the transport
occupation in Malaysia for the year 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, 959 drug addicts were detected, the number of cases decreased to 824 in 2021 and
continued to increase to 1294 in 2022 which is the higher one.

In conclusion, the graph helps everyone by increasing awareness of the high cases of drug
addiction in Malaysia. It also demonstrates how the detail of the graph makes the data easy for
people to understand.

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 Figure 3

In figure 3. The graph showed the total number of unemployed drug addicts in Malaysia for the
year 2020, 2021, and 2022. The total number of unemployed drug addicts working in Malaysia
seems to have decreased throughout the year.

In 2020, 2953 the highest cases drug addicts were detected, this number of cases decreased to
2188 in 2021 and continued to decrease to 1869 in 2022

In summary, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug addiction
rate. It also shows how the data is easy for people to understand due to the detail of the graph.

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 Figure 4

In figure 4. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts working in the services industry
in Malaysia for the year 2020, 2021, and 2022. The total number of drug addicts working in the
services industry in Malaysia seems to have increased throughout the year.

In 2020, 1989 drug addicts were detected, this number of cases has increased to 2066 in 2021
and continued to increase to 3033 in 2022 which is the higher one.

In conclusion, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug
addiction rate. It also shows how the data is made simple to understand through the detail of
the graph.

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 Figure 5

In figure 5. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts among general workers in
Malaysia for the year 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, 4458 drug addicts were detected, this number of cases decreased to 4191 in 2021 and
continued to increase to 5808 in 2022 which is the higher one.

To sum up, the graph helps everyone by raising awareness to Malaysia's high rate of drug
addiction. Additionally, it demonstrates how the graph is simply to understand by people.

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 Figure 6

In figure 6, the graph shows the total number of drug addicts among entertainers in Malaysia for
the year 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, 20 drug addicts were detected, this number decreased to 10 in 2021 and continued to
increase to 23 in 2022 which is the higher one.

In conclusion, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug
addiction rate. It also shows how easy it is for individuals to understand the graph.

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 Figure 7

In figure 7. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts among technicians in Malaysia
for the year 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, 943 drug addicts were detected, this number of cases has decreased to 834 in 2021
and continued to increase to 1168 in 2022 which is the highest number.

To sum up, the graph helps everyone by raising attention to Malaysia's high rate of drug
addiction. It also demonstrates how simple the graph is for people to understand.

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 Figure 8

In figure 8. The graph showed the total number of drug addicts among students in Malaysia for
the year 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, 109 the highest drug addicts were detected, the number of cases decreased to 103 in
2021 and continued to increase to 84 in 2022.

To sum up, everyone benefits from the graph since it increases awareness of the serious drug
addiction situations in Malaysia. Furthermore, it shows the graph is so detailed and makes the
data easy to understand for people.

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 Figure 9

In Figure 9, the chart bar shows the record of the number of drug addicts in the field of
transportation in our country, Malaysia.

Based on the graph above, the highest total recorded was 1,249 people in the year 2022
followed by 959 people as the second highest record. The lowest number of drug addicts in the
field of transportation in our country was recorded in the year 2021 which is 842 people.

In conclusion, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug
addiction rate. It also shows how easy it is for individuals to understand the graph.

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 Figure 10

In Figure 10, the graph shows the number of drug addicts in the field of management in our
country, Malaysia from 2020 until 2022.

In the year 2020, the number of drug addicts in the management sector was 227 people and was
the highest record. For 2021, 220 number of drug addicts was recorded as the lowest total.
Lastly, the second highest total was recorded which is 226 people.

In conclusion, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug
addiction rate. It also shows how easy it is for individuals to understand the graph.

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 Figure 11

In Figure 11, the bar graph is about the total of drug addict work as a manager recorded in Johor.

The highest number of drug addicts was recorded in the year 2020 which is 29 people, followed
by 19 as the second highest which was recorded in 2022. The lowest number of drug addicts was
recorded in 2021 which was 17 people.

To sum up, the graph helps everyone by raising attention to Malaysia's high rate of drug
addiction. It also demonstrates how simple the graph is for people to understand.

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 Figure 12

The graph above shows the statistics about the total number of unemployed drug addicts in
Kedah.

The highest total of drug addicts among unemployed is 402 people which was recorded in the
year 2020. Meanwhile in the year 2021, 300 people was recorded as the lowest total number of
unemployed drug addicts. Lastly, 310 people recorded in 2022 as the second highest total.

To sum up, the graph helps everyone by raising attention to Malaysia's high rate of drug
addiction. It also demonstrates how simple the graph is for people to understand.

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 Figure 13

Figure 13 shows the total number of drug addicts that work in the entertainment industry in
Selangor.

The highest total recorded is 9 people in the year 2022, followed by the second highest record
which is 6 people in the year 2020. Lastly, the lowest total of drug addicts that work in the
entertainment industry is 4 people in the year 2021.

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 Figure 14

Based on the pie chart in Figure 14, it shows the total of drug addicts that work in the agriculture
industry in Pulau Pinang.

The highest total of drug addicts is 303 people which was recorded in the year 2022, followed by
the 141 people in 2021 as the second highest. The lowest total of drug addicts was recorded in
the year 2020 which was 120 people.

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 Figure 15

Based on Figure 15, it is shown that the number of drug addicts among artists in Selangor.

The lowest total of artists is 4 people which was recorded in the year 2021,followed by the
second highest record which was 6 people in 2020. The highest total recorded was 9 people in
the year 2022.

In summary, the graph benefits everyone by raising awareness of Malaysia's high drug addiction
rate. It also shows how the data is easy for people to understand due to the detail of the graph.

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 Figure 16

The pie chart above, the data on drug addiction among the unemployed in Sarawak from 2020
to 2022. An increase in drug addicts can be seen starting in 2020, which is 140; in 2021, it is 163;
and in 2022, it is 256. We can determine that the pie chart in 2020 has the lowest number of
drug addicts among the unemployed in comparison to 2021 and 2022.

This graph provides relief and increases knowledge about drug addiction among unemployment,
which benefits the entire nation. Furthermore, it is important that governments and authorities
keep an eye on and deal with this problem.

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 Figure 17

In Figure 17, the pie chart above shows the data on drug addicts among general workers in Johor
from 2020 to 2022.

An increase in drug addicts can be seen starting in 2020, which is 150; but in 2021, it decreases
to 249; and in 2022, it increases to 452. We can determine that the pie chart in 2021 has the
lowest number of drug addicts among general workers in comparison to 2020 and 2022.

This graph helps general workers understand drug addiction better and offers relief, which
benefits the entire country. It is required that authorities and governments monitor and address
this issue as well.

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 Figure 18

Figure 18, shows the total number of drug addicts working in manufacturing in Johor from 2020
to 2022.

In 2020, there were 105 diagnosed as drug addicts, and then the number increased from the last
year, which was 107 in 2021 and 249 in 2022. As we can see the number of drug addicts has
increased for the rest of the period.

In conclusion, this graph provides relief and increases knowledge about drug addiction among
manufacturing workers, which benefits the entire nation. Furthermore, it is important that
governments and authorities keep an eye on and deal with this problem.

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 Figure 19

Based on the pie chart in Figure 19, it shows the total number of drug addicts among students in
Selangor from 2020 to 2022. The fact that the number of drug addicts recorded in 2020 reached
a high of 21 and dropped to 18 in 2021 and 8 in 2022.

Therefore, it shows that Selangor can reduce drug addiction among students over time, as
statistics indicate that it will decrease in 2022 and will be free from the problem of drug addicts
among students.

To sum up, this graph provides relief and increases knowledge about drug addiction among
students, which benefits the entire nation. Furthermore, it is important that governments and
authorities keep an eye on and deal with this problem.

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 Figure 20

The pie chart above, shows the data on drug addicts working in agriculture or fishing in Kedah
from 2020 to 2022. In 2020, 355 using drugs were detected, and the number decreased to 246 in
2021. However, in 2022, it increased to 434.

According to the pie chart, the highest case of drug addicts working in agriculture or fishing in
Kedah was in 2022 with 434.

For the benefit of the entire country, this graph helps and raises awareness about drug addiction
among those employed in fishing or agriculture. It is very important that organizations and
governments monitor and address this issue as well.

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 Figure 21

Figure 21, shows the total number of drug addicts working in services in Selangor from 2020 to
2022. It can be clearly seen that the number of drug addicts among service workers in Selangor
has increased throughout the year.

In 2020, there were 291 diagnosed as drug addicts, and then the number increased from the last
year, which was 352 in 2021 and 475 in 2022. As we can see, the number of drug addicts among
service workers in Selangor has increased for 2 years straight, starting from 2020 to 2022.

This graph helps and raises awareness about drug addiction among those employed in fishing or
agriculture. It is very important that organizations and governments monitor and address this
issue as well.

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 Figure 22

The total number of drug addicts among Pulau Pinang's temporary workers for the years 2020,
2021, and 2022 is shown on the graph in Figure 22.

The highest number of drug addicts was recorded in 2020, with 1004, compared to the years
2021 and 2022. The number of drug addicts decreased to 584 in 2021, the lowest figure ever,
and rose to 820 in 2022.

This graph helps in educating temporary workers about drug addiction. Governments and
organizations must keep a close eye on and take action on this matter as well.

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 Figure 23

The total number of drug addicts among Johor's temporary workers for the years 2020, 2021,
and 2022 is shown on the graph in Figure 23.

The biggest value of drug addicts was recorded in 2020, with 993, compared to the highest
numbers in 2021 and 2022. The number of drug addicts reduced to 556 in 2021, the lowest
figure ever, and rose to 606 in 2022.

To conclude,

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 Figure 24

Figure 24 shows a graph that totals the number of drug users among Terengganu's temporary
workers in 2020, 2021, and 2022.

It seems that the number of drug addicts has been steadily declining throughout the years, with
523 in 2020, 408 in 2021, and 392 in 2022.

Overall, the government's efforts to discourage drug use among Malaysians are paying off, as
evidenced by the dropping rates of drug addiction among temporary workers in Terengganu.

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 Figure 25

The total number of drug addicts among Negeri Sembilan's manufacturing workers for the years
2020, 2021, and 2022 can be found on the graph in Figure 25.

The number of drug addicts for 2020 is 29. After that, the record rises to 41 for 2021 and falls to
36 for 2022.

To sum up, it is everyone's duty to spread the word about the negative effects that drug users
have on our lives in order to build a drug-free, healthy community.

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 Figure 26

Figure 26 shows a graph that represents the number of addicts among Selangor's construction
workers in the years 2020, 2021, and 2022.

In 2020, there were 22 drug addicts. After that, in 2021, it reached its peak at 39. The number of
drug addicts falls to 32 in 2022.

In conclusion, in order to encourage people to abstain from drugs, every party involved should
work to keep the number of drug addicts from rising.

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 Figure 27

The total number of drug addicts in Kedah's transportation sector for the years 2020, 2021, and
2022 appears on the bar chart in Figure 27.

In 2020, the number of drug addicts is 104; in 2021, it is the lowest at 65; and in 2022, it reaches
a maximum of 110.

To sum up, the government needs to think about practical measures to lower the alarming
number of drug addicts in Kedah's transportation sector.

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 Figure 28

Figure 28 shows the total number of drug addicts working in Pulau Pinang's transportation
sector for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022.

There are fifty-nine drug addicts in 2020, forty-six in 2021, and one hundred and fifty-five in
2022—the largest number in comparison to the previous years.

In summary, everyone in the industry shares an equal duty to reduce the number of drug users
that have become a serious problem within Pulau Pinang's transportation sector.

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 Figure 29

Figure 29 shows a graph that sums the number of drug addicts in Sabah's management sector
for the years 2020, 2021, and 2022.

There are 19 drug addicts in 2020. The lowest value was reached in 2021 when it dropped to 15.
There are nineteen drug addicts in 2022.

To conclude, this bar chart is a major contribution to the public's increased knowledge of drug
addiction cases in Sabah's management sector.

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 Figure 30

The total number of drug addicts among general workers in Pahang for the years 2020, 2021,
and 2022 is shown in Figure 30.

In 2020, the number of drug addicts is 306, while in 2021 and 2022, the lowest and highest
numbers, respectively, are 211 and 370.

In summary, this pie chart is crucial in helping everyone become more conscious of the high rate
of drug addiction among Pahang's general workers.

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3.0 CONCLUSION

Based on the data analysis, we can conclude that everybody plays an important role in making sure that
the number of drug addicts in each state in Malaysia decreases. As we can see in the report, we have
obtained data on drug addiction cases for a period of three years, starting from 2020 until 2022. The
statistics on drug addicts encompass all states in Malaysia. After doing the graph, we found a lot of
increases in drug addiction from 2020 to 2022. From the graph, we can show the public that the drug
cases in Malaysia are getting worse. There are many factors that influence the number of drug addicts in
each state.

Moreover, some individuals should play an important role and always take precautions to avoid getting
caught up with drug feces. Parents and families are the smallest entities in society that need to play the
most serious role in ensuring their children are not involved with drug symptoms. Also, the government
has to make sure that the number of drug addicts decreases in each state by implementing several
initiatives, such as anti-drug campaigns and tightening laws. So that our country becomes safer and freer
from the problem of using illegal drugs.

Last but not least, we hope drug addiction can be reduced in the future, making the nation safe from
murder, sexual harassment, and other crimes. This is due to the fact that drug users are unable to
restrain their thoughts from acting morally or immorally.

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4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS

Based on the research that has been done, there are a few ways to reduce the cases of drug addicts in
Malaysia. As a citizen of Malaysia, we personally think that the best way to decrease this case is, the
responsible parties, whether government or private, need to conduct education in order to combat this
drug issue. For example, organizing activities such as lectures, seminars, exhibitions and so on. It aims to
provide information, knowledge and understanding to the public, especially the youth about the dangers
of drugs and their awareness. It also helps our country to reduce the drug addicts in Malaysia.

Besides, the government must always have a drug prevention program every year. It can catch
individuals who abuse drugs and warn them early. This prevention program focuses on vulnerable
populations, such as young people, unemployed individuals, and marginalized communities. These
programs can focus on building life skills, resilience, and providing alternatives to drug use. For example,
the FAMILY ON ALERT program, the TOMORROWS LEADERS program, and the SMART program were
conducted by the government to raise awareness among individuals and provide early warnings to
prevent them from abusing drugs.

Lastly, attending a support group might help lower the number of drug addict occurrences in Malaysia,
especially for people who have overcome addiction. Some of the ways this strategy can be put into
practice are by having peer support groups and by joining mentorship programs. Peer support groups are
organized gatherings of people who have recovered from addiction who join together to share their
experiences, challenges, and triumphs. These communities offer a secure setting for frank conversation
and encouragement from one another. Apart from that, mentorship programs can be done by assigning
mentors who have successfully conquered addiction to those in recovery can offer tailored support and
direction. Mentors can provide support, responsibility, and useful guidance on overcoming obstacles.

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