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A study of substance abuse on two campuses of University of Papua New Guinea
1Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Papua New Guinea, Boroko, Papua New Guinea.
Background:
Recent research reports indicate that there is a substantial amount of substance abuse on the campuses of the University of Papua New Guinea.
Objective:
To compare the frequency and quantity of alcohol and drug abuse on the two campuses of the University of Papua New Guinea in the National Capital District.
Methods:
A purposely designed questionnaire was used to collect data randomly on a total of 90 subjects (45 from each campus). The data was subjected to computer analysis.
Results:
The results show that abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs is prevalent on the two campuses of the University of Papua New Guinea.
Conclusion:
The results will form the basis of recommendations for substance abuse prevention, through information and education of the University students and staff members.