What is it about?
This study looks at how college students in Imo and Enugu states, Nigeria, use prescription drugs like codeine and tramadol for non-medical reasons. We surveyed 309 students and found that about 27% have tried codeine at least once, with many using it because they enjoy the feeling or to cope with stress. Most get these drugs from pharmacies or streets and often use them at night, alone or with friends. We noticed more boys than girls use them, and it’s a growing concern for health and safety. This research aims to raise awareness and help create better ways to prevent drug misuse.
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Why is it important?
This work stands out because it focuses on a less-studied area—non-medical drug use among college students in southeast Nigeria—where drug availability has risen due to local production. Its timeliness in 2022 reflects a growing public health issue, potentially increasing readership by offering fresh data to educators, health workers, and policymakers to design targeted prevention programs.
Perspectives
Working on this study was eye-opening, as it shed light on a hidden challenge among young people I care about. I hope it sparks interest in tackling drug misuse with education and support, making a real difference in their lives. It’s been a privilege to contribute to a topic that could inspire meaningful change.
Mr Samuel O Adeyemo
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
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This page is a summary of: A Study of the Non-Medical Use of Pharmaceutical Drugs among Tertiary Institution Students in South-East Nigeria, International Journal of Statistics and Applications, February 2022, Scientific and Academic Publishing,
DOI: 10.5923/j.statistics.20221201.02.
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