THE CAUSES AND EFFECTS OF DRUG ABUSE ON THE PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
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ABSTRACT
This research is aimed at assessing the causes and effects of drug abuse on the performance of secondary school students in Ikeja Local Government Area with the purpose of indentifying the following :
i. The abuse of drugs among students
ii. The causes of drugs abuse among students
iii. The effects of drug abuse among students
iv. The roles of government on drug abuse
The researcher used the students in the six selected secondary schools in Ikeja Local Government Area. The instrument used in the study was a set of questionnaire made of 15 multiple choice questions which aided responded to identify the problems. The questions were administered on face to face basis.
The data collected was tabulated and analyzed using simple percentage instrument. The findings were discussed based on the purpose of the study in relation to literature reviewed. The analysis indicated that there is wide abuse of drugs among students whereas the possible causes are as a result of friend’s influences, parent’s negligence etc. Unknowingly, drug abused has led in students the act of forgetfulness as well as poor academic performance.
As a result of the foregoing problems, the school, government and the parents should keep watch on their wards and organize programme which will educate them on how to appreciate their body and desist from drugs.
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