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Impact of Drug Addiction Among Youths in Ekiti State, Nigeria

Drug abuse has emerged as one of the most critical social and public health issues of the 21st century, with youths being disproportionately affected. In Nigeria, rising cases of substance misuse among adolescents and young adults threaten educational outcomes, health, and national development. This study, therefore, examined the prevalence, causes, and impact of drug addiction among youths in Ekiti State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised youths between 18 and 40 years, and a total of 150 respondents were selected from three Local Government A…