The Limited Scope of Social Work Intervention at Zunheboto Sadar, Nagaland, India: An In-depth Study on the Vulnerabilities Faced by Adolescents

Abstract

This research investigates the limitations and challenges defining the scope of social work intervention in Zunheboto Sadar, an idyllic township in Nagaland, India, with a population of approximately 31,100. The study focuses on the constrained access to essential services, particularly affecting the adolescent community. Issues such as illicit drug use, mobile phone addiction, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem are explored. The research unveils the harsh reality of vulnerable adolescents navigating these challenges with minimal assistance, as the sole NGO in the region primarily targets individuals aged 18 and above. The inquiry also highlights the community’s widespread lack of awareness regarding the consequences of these issues. The absence of comprehensive social work services emphasizes the urgent need for a broader range of interventions in Zunheboto Sadar, crucial for addressing the predicaments faced by its adolescent population.