How to Spot Early Signs & Save Your Child | Interview with Licensed Clinical Psychologist Priyanka Pandey & Host Nehal VRK on the Substance Use in High Schoolers of India.
Substance abuse among high schoolers and teenagers in India is rising at an alarming rate. Why are young students turning to drugs, alcohol, and vaping, and how can parents spot the warning signs before it’s too late?
In this crucial inaugural episode of the @lifeamplified podcast, host Nehal VRK interviews Priyanka Pandey, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Founder of Humaya Wellness De-Addiction Centre in Delhi. Together, they unpack the root psychological causes, social pressures, and actionable recovery steps every parent needs to know.
Key Topics Covered: The growing prevalence of drug, alcohol, and nicotine addiction among Indian high school students. Psychological triggers: Peer pressure, academic stress, depression, anxiety, and family dynamics. Subtle red flags and behavioral warning signs every parent must watch out for. Preventive parenting, early intervention techniques, and professional de-addiction therapy options. How parents can foster open communication without inducing shame or fear.
