Citation

Johnson FY. Med. Law 1998; 17(2): 229-241.

Affiliation

Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Papua New Guinea, Boroko, Papua New Guinea.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1998, International Centre of Medicine and Law)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

9757738

Abstract

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.

Language: en