PREVALENCE OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE AMONG TEENAGERS IN GOVERNMENT DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL SCIENCE TWO, GOMBE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, GOMBE STATE
Abstract
This study assessed the prevalence of substance abuse among teenagers in Government Day Secondary
School Science Two, Gombe Local Government Area, Gombe State. The objectives were to assess the
prevalence of substance abuse, determine the level of awareness on the dangers of substance abuse, and
identify ways of controlling substance abuse among teenagers. A descriptive cross-sectional design was
used. A total of 42 respondents were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected using
a structured questionnaire and analyzed using frequency, percentage, and mean. The findings revealed
a high prevalence of substance abuse among teenagers, with good awareness of its dangers. The study
concluded that health education, parental guidance, and government policies are vital for controlling
substance abuse among teenagers. It is recommended that parents, schools, and government collaborate
to promote awareness and implement strict control measures.
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