Drug Abuse and Students Academic Performance in Selected Secondary Schools of Kilifi District Kenya
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2009-08
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Kampala International University, bachelors degree of science with education
Abstract
The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of drug abuse on the academic
performance of students.
The specific objectives of the study were to investigate the effects of drug abuse on
student's discipline, to explore the common drugs abused by secondary students; and to
investigate if students who use drugs attend school regularly. The methods used for data
collection was questionnaires and interview guides to students, and teachers of the
schools involved in the study.
In chapter four, the findings were presented and interpreted in relation to the study
objectives and research questions. While linking to the existing literature, results included
demographic characteristics, frequency and percentages. Based on the findings it was
observed that drugs effect the discipline and education of students negatively. In chapter
five, development of solutions to the problem, summary of the findings and conclusions
were attempted.
The findings suggested recommendations that community and parents are important in a
child's life. They should therefore be sensitized and encouraged to participate in all
programs that aim to solve the problem of drugs. The government should also include
them in all the plans they make concerning the fight against drug abuse
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A Research Report Submitted To the Institute Of Open and Distance Learning In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Award of Degree Bachelor of Education (Science) Of Kampala International University
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Drug Abuse, Kilifi District Kenya