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The Danger Of Illicit Use Of Hard Drugs Among Youth In Tertiary Institutions
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1.9 Significance of the Study
The
findings are expected to yield significant empirical data and
information on the effect of drug and substance abuse on participation
in learning and school participation of learners.
The findings are
expected to help the ministry of education officials in understanding
the causes of drug abuse amongst youth in tertiary institution hence
help them develop intervention strategies.
The study is likely to add
to the body of knowledge in the area of drug and substance abuse in
Nigerian tertiary institutions that may be utilized by other
researchers.
1.10 Operational Definition of Terms
Addiction-
Having a physical and /or psychological dependence on a substance. Drug
abuse- Drug abuse is the non- medical use of drugs that destroys health
and productive life of an individual.
Drug dependency- A physical and or a psychological need for a mood- altering substance.
Drug- Is any substance that, when absorbed in to the body of a living organism, alters normal bodily function.
Hypnos
datives- These are drugs that depress brain function. They have
quietening and tranquilizing and hypnotic (sleep) effects e.g.
benzodiazepines.
Motivation in learning – This is taken to mean
interest in the pursuit of learning activities in school as portrayed by
parameters like academic achievements, school attendance, participation
in co-curricular activities, discipline, absenteeism and conflict with
teachers.
Narcotics-These are drugs from the opiate family such as, Bhang, Cocaine and Heroin.
Opiates-A
type o-f narcotic drug that acts as depressants in the central nervous
system. They come from opium. They include hydrocodone, heroin and
oxycodone.
Stimulants-These are drugs which cause alertness and create energy for example Amphetamines.
Withdrawal-
What someone who is addicted to drugs and alcohol experiences when they
abruptly discontinue the use of drugs or alcohol.
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