| Literature DB >> 28866762 |
Margaret L Prust1,2, Leslie Curry3, Tamora A Callands4,5, Janeen Drakes3, Kristen McLean6, Benjamin Harris7, Nathan B Hansen4,5.
Abstract
Substance use has a significant impact on post-conflict populations; however, little is known about this critical issue in Liberia. This study examined the current risk factors for and consequences of substance use in Monrovia, Liberia. In-depth interviews were conducted with 20 substance users and 21 key informants. Findings support that Liberia's civil war played a role in increasing substance use, but also that additional risk factors continue to generate substance use today. This study provides insights into the roles of civil war and additional risk factors for substance use in Liberia. Recommendations for substance use-related policies and programs are provided.Keywords: Drug use; Liberia; Post-conflict; Qualitative; Substance use
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Year: 2017 PMID： 28866762 DOI： 10.1007/s10597-017-0154-3
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Community Ment Health J ISSN： 0010-3853