Factors affecting physical activity of recuperating alcoholics in Asumbi-Homabay rehabiliation center, Kenya
Journal Title: Journal of Addiction Therapy and Research - Year 2018, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
Background: Alcoholism is a widespread problem in Kenya and is associated with severe impacts on health and quality of life of the individual. Physical activity is an affordable and sustainable adjunct treatment option for recuperating alcoholics; however its’ rarely used in rehabilitation of alcoholics in Kenya.
Authors and Affiliations
Lucy Amanya Mutuli, Peter Bukhala, Gordon Nguka
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