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Cannabis and its users in Nepal.

The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science

|December 1, 1975

Summary

Regular, long-term cannabis use in Nepal is linked to negative impacts on work, relationships, and personal drive. However, crime rates showed no significant difference between users and non-users.

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Area of Science:

Sociology
Psychology
Public Health

Background:

Cannabis is widely accessible and frequently used in Nepal.
Previous research on long-term cannabis effects requires further investigation in diverse populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the long-term effects of regular, substantial cannabis use on individuals in Nepal.
To compare the social, occupational, and personal functioning of cannabis users with a matched control group.

Main Methods:

A study was conducted on 226 long-term, regular cannabis users in Nepal.
A control group of 226 men with similar age and education was established.
Key indicators assessed included work record, social/family relationships, sexual interest, initiative, efficiency, and crime rate.

Main Results:

Cannabis users exhibited poorer work performance compared to controls.
Users reported diminished social and family relationships.
A notable decline in sexual interest, initiative, and overall efficiency was observed in cannabis users.
No significant difference in crime rates was found between the cannabis-using group and the control group.

Conclusions:

Long-term, heavy cannabis consumption is associated with significant detriments in psychosocial functioning.
The findings highlight potential public health concerns regarding the widespread use of cannabis.
Further research is warranted to explore the nuances of cannabis impact on different life domains.

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