Biology and Medicine

Behailu Tariku

Publications

• Research Article
  Prevalence, Pattern and Associated Factors of Khat Chewing Among Debre Berhan University Students, Ethiopia, 2014
  Author(s): Elyas Admasu, Behailu Tariku, Gashaw Andargie, Getahun Hibdye and Wondwosen AsegidewElyas Admasu, Behailu Tariku, Gashaw Andargie, Getahun Hibdye and Wondwosen Asegidew
  
  Background: Substance usage among youths is becoming a great problem worldwide, particularly in college and university students. Khat is one of the most frequently used substances among these groups of population. Khat chewing has serious health, social and economic consequences. However, in our setting the magnitude, pattern and factors contributing to the use of Khat is not well addressed. Therefore, this study was conducted to assess the prevalence, pattern and associated factors of Khat chewing among Debre Berhan University students in Ethiopia.Methods: This cross-sectional study was design to quantify the mastication of khat and identify socio demographic, behavioral and social factors among undergraduate students. Data was collected through structured, self-administered and pre-tested questionnaire. Stratified random sampling was used to r.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/0974-8369.1000431

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