While till now male drug abuse has been the focus in Punjab recent studies indicate that there has been a rapid rise in number of females taking drugs in the state. The researchers point out that social stigma and lack of exclusive facilities for women discourage them to seek help according to a recent media report by the Hindu. The same report highlights that the state government has been providing several treatment options for youngsters mainly focused on males. While Punjab has set up 31 deaddiction centres only one of them is dedicated to help women. “On the basis of
