Presenter: Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero (in person)

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Substance use disorders are a prevalent mental health issue in Australia, affecting one in every 20 Australians. Illicit drug use has been reported by 43% of individuals aged 14 and over, according to the 2019 National Drug Strategy Household Survey (NDSHS). Unfortunately, substance abuse often leads to severe health problems or long-term damage to vital organs and is a significant cause of mental illness in the country. While the government and other organizations are implementing better rehabilitation programs, between 40-60% of individuals who undergo rehabilitation end up relapsing. Many of these individuals initially developed their addiction due to voluntary personal choices. However, we believe that the Dhamma has the potential to provide answers to undo such addictions.

About the speaker: Ven. Dharana Dassa Thero, aka Dassa Thero, is a young and charismatic Buddhist monk. Having grown up in a loving family of two sisters, from a very young age Dassa thero demonstrated an endearing sense of compassion and loving kindness towards all who crossed his path. Educated in a prestigious British Grammar School, very soon he developed a keen acumen for examining virtually every aspect of life, both physical and spiritual. His curiosity and unquenchable thirst to understand the “truths” about life and its purpose were fore signs of a future not even he could imagine. His life took a turn off the beaten path when he met a teacher who was prepared to show him the absolute Truths, and under his guidance Dassa Thero ventured into the depths of the Buddha’s Philosophy.

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