- Emekwisia, Esther U.1*, Owusu, Gideon P.2, Odubunmi, Oluwapelumi I.3, Foster-Pagaebi, Evelyn4, Enem, Chinenye H.5, Ezennubia, Kelechi P.6, Nmezi, Chinonso T.7, Donkor, Edward8, Akagu, Emmanuel E.9, Sodiq, Toheeb A.10, Otoh, Oyovwi P.11, Obialo, Victor U.12
- DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15567682
- GAS Journal of Clinical Medicine and Medical Research (GASJCMMR)
Drug use and addiction present multifaceted challenges with far-reaching consequences on individuals and society. This study investigates the socio-economic, psychological, and physiological impacts of drug use and addiction. The aim of this research is to empirically analyze the diverse consequences of drug use and addiction through structured data collection and statistical evaluation. A cross-sectional study was conducted using a structured questionnaire distributed among 500 participants (aged 18–60) across urban and semi-urban regions. Data were analyzed using SPSS v26 with descriptive statistics and multivariate regression. Key findings include: 68% of respondents reported significant financial strain (mean monthly expenditure: $350), 47% suffered job loss due to drug use, and 73% indicated deteriorating mental health measured via the GHQ-28 scale (mean score: 25.7). Physiological impacts were marked by increased incidence of liver dysfunction in 41% of habitual users. Applications of this research span public health policy, rehabilitation program design, and educational interventions targeting drug prevention and recovery.
