Profile of Cannabis users Seeking Treatment at Government De-Addiction Center in a Tertiary Hospital- Study From Kashmir
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 10
Abstract
Introduction: Cannabis use has been present in the whole global from centuries.While its legal status is currently controversial, addictive potential and health consequences have been recognized by the scientific community. Cannabis dependence is relatively common phenomenon which poses a significant public health issue requiring attention of policy makers. Aim: To determine the sociodemographic profile of cannabis dependent persons among the admitted patients in the Deaddiction center, Psychiatry department Government Medical College Srinagar. Material and Methods: 100 Consecutive Cannabis dependence patients admitted in the Drug De addiction center, Psychiatry Department, Government Medical College Srinagar were evaluated for sociodemographic variables using a semi structured format. Results: We found that all the patients were males.Most were self employed (41%) and unemployed (29%), high school drop outs (41%) and belonged to Middle socio economic status (68%). Conclusions: This study will further supplement information on sociodemographic profile of cannabis users which can be effectively used for future implementation by service providers.
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Yasir Hassan Rather, Fazl E Roub, Mansoor Ahmad Dar, Tariq Ahmad, Mir Mohsin Rasool, Mohd Saleem Sharoo
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