Sharp rise in youth addiction tied to mental health crisis in Morocco

Morocco's Youth Grappling With Addiction as Mental Health Crisis Grows

Experts warn of alarming trend fueled by depression, anxiety.

A surge in addiction among Moroccan youth is being directly linked to a growing mental health crisis. A recent report by Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) reveals that depression, anxiety, and emotional distress are pushing many young people toward drugs, gambling, and digital dependency.

The CESE report found that approximately 3% of Moroccans meet the criteria for addiction.