YEREVAN. – Drug use has increased in Armenia among 18 to 20 year olds. Suren Nazinyan, Director at National Center for Addictions Treatment, told reporters about this.

According to him, at present, no child or adolescent addicted to drugs is registered in Armenia, but drug use among university students and 18 to 20 year olds has increased in the country.

On the other hand, the current statistics do not reflect the real situation, as many people still do not apply to medical institutions for treatment against drug addiction in Armenia.

As per Nazinyan, a lot of work is being done at the aforesaid center to increase the number of people who seek respective treatment. "Everything is being done to create a situation where people apply for treatment without fear," the specialist added.