Tag: #KhatAddiction
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Drug Abuse and Mental Illness Insights from Erigavo Mental Hospital, Somalia
Introduction Mental illness and substance abuse are interlinked global health crises, often compounding each other’s impacts. A recent study conducted at Erigavo Mental Hospital in Somalia uncovers the profound relationship between drug abuse, particularly khat and alcohol, and mental health disorders in the local population. Visit https://www.addictiontherjournal.com/ for more groundbreaking research on addiction and mental…
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Understanding Khat AddictionInsights from Street Users in Addis Ababa and Their Struggles to Quit
Introduction:Khat chewing, a widespread practice in East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula, remains a significant public health concern, especially among vulnerable populations. A recent qualitative study explored khat use behavior and the readiness to quit among street dwellers in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The study sheds light on the complex interplay of addiction, socio economic factors,…
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