Background Drug abuse is detrimental, and excessive drug usage is a worldwide problem.
Drug usage typically begins during adolescence. Factors for drug abuse include a variety of …

The relationship between man and substances that have abuse potentials, and whose use
has been associated with the development or progression of substance use disorders has …

Objectives: This study assessed the prevalence and factors associated with substance
abuse in selected public schools in Ogbomoso, South-West Nigeria. Methods: Cross …

Background: Despite the tremendous negative consequences of substances on the health
and well-being of adolescents, studies continue to report the high rates of substance use …

Background The burden of cannabis and other illicit drug use among youth represent a
serious public health problem. The aim of the present study is to explore factors associated …

Alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) use by adolescents are major contributors to death
and disability in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA). This paper reviews the extent of adolescents' …

Background Adolescent substance use continues to be a growing major public health
concern in Africa. Recent studies infer an overall estimated prevalence of 42% among …

Background Substance abuse is a worldwide problem that primarily affects adolescents,
resulting in chronic health complications as well as psychosocial challenges and economic …

Substance use disorder and the availability of certain over-the-counter drugs are worldwide
issues that affect many individuals, both mentally and physically. As a result, the frequent …

Background There is a significant body of research that shows how economic decline, poor
livelihood conditions and limited employment opportunities influence entry into retail drug …