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Qatar thwarts attempt to smuggle hundreds of narcotic pills inside candy boxes

Authorities thwart yet again another drug-smuggling attempt hidden inside unusual locations. An attempt to smuggle hundreds of narcotic pills hidden inside sweets and candy boxes was thwarted by Qatar Customs…

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Should governments control internet usage for teens?

China plans to limit access to gaming and entertainment apps for teens. China has announced plans to further regulate internet usage for teenagers in the country, reports confirmed, amid efforts…

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Battling misinformation for this year’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking

Over the past few decades, drug overdose deaths have more than tripled. Since 1989, the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking [IDADAIT], also known as “World Drug Day”…

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How technology can help the youth with their mental health

Mental health issues and disorders are rife among the youth, and while some may be averse to more traditional solutions, technology has made therapy more accessible. Technology to support youth…

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The Round up

The Round Up 26 Jan 2021

Top stories on #TheRoundUp today: Doha ranks second safest city worldwide 300% more smokers want to quit in Qatar Motorsports season starts Qatar handball team beats Argentina

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Gaming addiction during COVID-19: Should we be concerned?

As millions around the globe continue to face strict lockdown restrictions, more and more people are turning to video gaming for some much needed relief and entertainment. But is this…

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Life

Qatar mulls harsher penalties for drug dealers caught selling to youth

In an interview published in Al Sharq today, Amr Aly Al Hemeidy, assistant director of the Ministry of Interior's narcotics department, said that the most dangerous drugs used by addicts in Qatar are cocaine, heroine and morphine.

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Life

Health expert: Shame keeping addicts in Qatar from seeking treatment

Whether residents here are addicted to drugs, alcohol, video games, gambling or any other behavior, the key to getting help is to believe you deserve it, an HMC psychiatrist has said.

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Qatar: Plans to build new addiction treatment center indicate growing social problems

Qatar will build a new center to help residents with addiction problems, and is setting up a temporary facility in Al Rayyan to manage the people who need help now,…

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