Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Education in Selected Secondary Schools in Zambia: Policy Guidelines used

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“…The extent of the drug and alcohol abuse among students in Zambia is far more concerning than is reported (Masiye & Ndhlovu 2016) Another study conducted by Kusanthan (2014) showed drug trafficking prevalence in Zambia with Lusaka showing 87% followed by Copperbelt with 58%, Eastern at 44%, Southern 34% and Muchinga 33%, Central with 26% and the least concentration of traffickers was North-western with 20%. This shows the availability of psychoactive substances in different regions.…”

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“…In HTEIs drug and alcohol challenges are seen in students' behaviour as they get associated with things such as truancy, rudeness, low attainment in academics, graffiti, vandalism, and a lack of respect for authority in some cases (Adekeye et al 2015). Masiye and Ndhlovu (2016) postulate that most negative behaviours among students are associated with drugs and alcohol abuse. However, it is not clear how students perceive the abuse of these substances.…”

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Students’ perspectives on drugs and alcohol abuse at a public university in Zambia

Mwanza,

Mwale

2023

HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies

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Access to students’ perspectives on substance abuse is essential for effective youth intervention projects development. This study aimed to explore students’ perspectives on abuse of drugs and alcohol with probable development of student-led intervention strategies. The study was conducted at public universities in Zambia. Student’s perspectives on drugs and alcohol abuse were documented using a mixed method design that employed purposive and snowball sampling to select 200 respondents to questionnaires and 10 to in-depth interviews. A humanistic theory approach was applied in the interpretation and analysis of the data collected. The findings showed that cannabis (30%) and codeine contained in Benylin (17%) were commonly abused. Further findings showed that students’ academic pressure was the leading cause of substance abuse (27%), followed by peer pressure (20%). Students knew that abuse of drugs and alcohol led to low academic performance, violence and theft, risks of contracting sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and other social maladjustments. The study recommends that institutions of learning increase student-led awareness campaigns, security surveillance on campus, and collaboration with government drug enforcement agencies. Institutions of learning should involve students in the planning of programmes to deal with drug and alcohol abuse.Contribution: The study will inform amendment of drug and alcohol abuse policies in institutions of learning. The study will contribute towards the UNESCO O3 PLUS project goal of making campuses safe and inclusive, and overall, the Sustainable Development Goal 3 and 4. The study serves as basis for scholars in the field of biblical theology engaged with justice, health and human development. The article is a contribution to the research project Biblical Theology and Hermeneutics. The results of this research can especially be utilised by scholars in the field of psychology of religion, the sociology of religion and practical theologians focusing on youth ministry.

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Students’ perspectives on drugs and alcohol abuse at a public university in Zambia

Mwanza,

Mwale

2023

HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies

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“…The most abused substances include alcohol, cannabis, heroin, cocaine, and combinations of different substances [18]. Among the abused substances, alcohol, in particular, has strongly been associated with unsafe sex; spread of HIV/AIDS; loss of health due to accidents and violence; onset of chronic disease and alcoholism; gender-based violence (GBV); breakdown of family harmony; violation of rights of children and instigation of acts of crime [19]. Substance abuse has also been identified as a risk factor for premature death, liver diseases, and Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) such as cardiovascular diseases, cancers, and mental illnesses [20].…”

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“…This is to maximize the accessibility of substance-use health services [21]. Despite considerable efforts directed towards prevention, the problem of drug and alcohol abuse has continued to rise especially among the learners in Zambia's schools who are unable to willingly seek treatment when they begin experiencing substancerelated problems [19].…”

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Health-seeking behaviors and associated factors in individuals with substance use disorders at Chainama Hills College Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia

Lungu¹,

Tsarkov²,

Petlovanyi³

et al. 2023

World J. Adv. Res. Rev.

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Introduction: Studies in mental health care for low-resource settings indicate that providing services at the primary care level would significantly improve the provision utilization of mental health services. Challenges related to inadequate funding were noted as significant barriers to service provision, with the contribution of low knowledge of mental health conditions and stigma in the community. Objective: This study aimed to assess and explore health-seeking behaviors and their associated factor at Chainama Hills College Hospital (CHCH), Lusaka, Zambia. The study was conducted at CHCH on clients and/or their caregivers receiving and accessing in- and outpatient (OPD) alcohol and drug detoxification and rehabilitation services at CHCH. 79 participants took part in the study taking into consideration all ethical issues. Methodology: Data was collected using the structured questionnaire administered to 79 participants and primary caregivers. Qualitative data was collected using in-depth interviews captured using the digital recorder. The quantitative data were analyzed using SPSS software and the digitally recorded responses for qualitative data were transcribed and analyzed using thematic analysis. Results: Factors influencing health-seeking behavior were related to health systems, socio-cultural, socioeconomic, and individual factors. The main system issues were related to the availability and attitudes of staff and the shortage of supplies and medicines. Conclusion: The engagement of community health workers and increasing efforts to sensitize the community about mental health would prove beneficial. Strengthening the community health systems for mental health could improve access and increase the utilization of services.

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“…Furthermore, most youths abused substances as a means of coping with stress and during social gatherings [54][55][56]. Due to the increase in SUDs in Zambia, policies, and guidelines to prevent further abuse of drugs have been developed but remain underutilized [57]. It is therefore crucial to examine the impact of Covid-…”

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Prevalence of Substance Use Disorders During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study in Kanyama Township of Lusaka District, Zambia

Mudenda

2023

TIJPH

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The coronavirus disease (Covid-19) pandemic has caused suffering and pain to mankind leading to many individuals practising self-medication and substance abuse that could elevate substance use disorders (SUDs). This study assessed the impact of Covid-19 on SUDs among Kanyama residents of Lusaka district, Zambia. We conducted a retrospective cross-sectional study using patient files at Kanyama First-Level Hospital from September 2021 to October 2021. Data analysis was done using IBM SPSS version 26.0. Of the 101 participants, 86.1% were male. The study showed that Covid-19 had an impact on SUDs with alcohol (83.2%) being the most abused substance. There was no significant difference in the type of substances abused (p=0.870) and intoxication symptoms (p=0.331) between the pre-Covid and post-Covid groups. There was a significant difference between substance use (p=0.001) and withdrawal symptoms (p=0.002) in both cohorts, with the post-Covid group consuming more substances and experiencing more withdrawal symptoms. Factors that influenced substance abuse included recent unemployment (p<0.001), boredom (p<0.001), overcrowding at home (p<0.001), and gender-based violence (p<0.001) influenced the change in the pattern of substance use. Recreational use was not associated with a change in the pattern of substance abuse (p=0. 667). This study found that the Covid-19 pandemic increased the practices of substance abuse among Kanyama residents, especially those who were unemployed, bored, overcrowded at home and experienced gender-based violence. There is a need to heighten the monitoring and restriction of substance use, especially among adolescents and youths to curb some mental health problems. Keywords: Covid-19; Pandemic; Self-medication; Substance abuse; substance use disorders; Zambia.

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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Education in Selected Secondary Schools in Zambia: Policy Guidelines used

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Students’ perspectives on drugs and alcohol abuse at a public university in Zambia

Students’ perspectives on drugs and alcohol abuse at a public university in Zambia

Health-seeking behaviors and associated factors in individuals with substance use disorders at Chainama Hills College Hospital, Lusaka, Zambia

Prevalence of Substance Use Disorders During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional Study in Kanyama Township of Lusaka District, Zambia

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