The effect of drug abuse and addiction among secondary school students

Bachelorarbeit , 2019 , 46 Seiten , Note: 5

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Problem of drug abuse among secondary schools is one of the major social problems. It affects significant number of students and therefore intervention is required. It is within this context that the researchers embarked purposefully on the study of present study "effect of drug abuse and addiction among secondary school students in Nassarawa local government area, Kano state".
Methods used in collecting data were distribution of questionnaires to respondents. Additionally documentary materials, such as books, newspaper, internet, leaflet, journals related to drug abuse among students were reviewed. Data obtained were analysed by using simple percentage. This package was used because the study was explorative and it draws conclusions, opinions and confirmations from nature.

According to empirical findings, the causes of drug abuse among students are evident among: Boredom with academic work or domestic activities, students that are not doing very well in school are not friends of lecturers easily get disinterested and tired with academic work. So to get occupied with pleasant thoughts and activities, they indulge in the use of hard drugs, peer group influence is also one of the strongest motives, which drive students into drug abuse.

Table of Contents

• CHAPTER ONE
  • INTRODUCTION
  • 1.1 Background of the Study
  • 1.2Statement of the Problem.
  • 1.3Purpose of the Study.
  • 1.4Research Question/Hypothesis
  • 1.5Significant of the Study.
  • 1.6Scope of the Study..
  • 1.7Limitation
  • 1.8Definition of Terms.
• CHAPTER TWO
  • LITERATURE REVIEW
  • 2.0 Introduction..
  • 2.1 Database Literature
  • 2.2 Theoretical/Conception Literature.
  • 2.3 Prevalence Rate of Drug Abuse in Nigeria .....
  • 2.4 Causes of Young People Vulnerability to Drug Abuse.
  • 2.4 Drug Abuse and Students' Academic Performance
  • 2.5 Causes and Effects of Drug Abuse
  • 2.6 Review of Empirical Studies
  • 2.7 Summary of Literature Review
  • 2.8 Conclusion
• CHAPTER THREE
  • RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
  • 3.1 Introduction...
  • 3.2 Research Design
  • 3.3 Area of the Study
  • 3.4 Population.........
  • 3.5 Sample and Sampling Techniques..
  • 3.6 Instrument for data Collection
  • 3.7 Validation of the Instrument..
  • 3.8 Method of Data Collection
  • 3.9 Method of Data Analysis.
• CHAPTER FOUR
  • DATA ANALYSIS AND PRESENTATION
  • 4.1 Introduction…......
  • 4.2 Data Analysis.
• CHAPTER FIVE
  • SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
  • 5.1 Summary..
  • 5.2 Conclusion
  • 5.3. Recommendations

Objectives and Key Themes

This research aims to investigate the impact of drug abuse and addiction among secondary school students in Nassarawa Local Government, Kano State, Nigeria. The study seeks to understand the prevalence of drug abuse, explore the factors contributing to its rise, and analyze the effects on students' academic performance.

• Prevalence of drug abuse among secondary school students
• Factors contributing to drug abuse among secondary school students
• Effects of drug abuse on students' academic performance
• Socioeconomic and cultural influences on drug abuse
• The role of education and awareness in mitigating drug abuse

Chapter Summaries

Chapter One: Introduction lays the foundation for the research, providing a background on the concept of drug abuse, its various forms, and the consequences. It highlights the significance of studying this issue in the context of secondary school students in Nassarawa Local Government.

Chapter Two: Literature Review delves into existing research and literature on drug abuse, focusing on its prevalence in Nigeria and globally. The chapter examines the factors contributing to youth vulnerability to drug abuse, including social, cultural, and economic influences. It also explores the impact of drug abuse on academic performance and the various strategies employed to combat the issue.

Chapter Three: Research Methodology outlines the research design, the target population, sampling techniques, data collection methods, and data analysis procedures. The chapter details the instrument used for data collection, its validation process, and the methods employed for ensuring the reliability and validity of the findings.

Chapter Four: Data Analysis and Presentation presents the analysis of collected data. The findings are presented in a structured and comprehensive manner, including tables, charts, and statistical analysis, providing insights into the prevalence of drug abuse, the factors contributing to it, and its impact on students' academic performance.

Keywords

The primary focus of this research lies in understanding drug abuse among secondary school students in Nassarawa Local Government, Kano State, Nigeria. Key terms include drug abuse, addiction, prevalence, contributing factors, academic performance, social influences, cultural factors, and preventative measures.

• Note: 5
• Autor: Zahradden Adam (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2019
• Seiten: 46
• Katalognummer: V512381
• ISBN (eBook): 9783346119582
• ISBN (Buch): 9783346119599
• Sprache: Englisch
• Produktsicherheit: GRIN Publishing GmbH