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Prevalence of substance use and associated factors among secondary school adolescents in Kilimanjaro region, northern Tanzania.

Rehema A MavuraAhmed Y NyakiBeatrice J LeyaroRedempta MamseriJohnston GeorgeJames S NgochoInnocent B Mboya
Published in: PloS one (2022)
The study reflects a high prevalence of substance use among adolescents in the Kilimanjaro region. Alcohol and cigarette are the most prevalent substances used. Regulatory measures are essential to limit alcohol advertisements that are media portrayed. Efforts are needed to reduce risk behaviors, such as physical violence and bullying, through peer support groups/clubs in school environments.
Keyphrases
  • physical activity
  • mental health
  • high school
  • young adults
  • risk factors
  • alcohol consumption
  • transcription factor
  • quality improvement
  • drinking water
  • smoking cessation