Table 3.
Reasons for initiation, adverse effects, and sources of substance use (n = 127).
| Frequency | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Reasons for initiation of substance use | ||
| Curiosity | 42 | 33.1 |
| Pleasure | 38 | 29.9 |
| Relief of psychological stress | 20 | 15.7 |
| Relief of fatigue | 14 | 11 |
| To treat a health disorder | 8 | 6.3 |
| To be sociable | 8 | 6.3 |
| To improve academic performance | 8 | 6.3 |
| To be accepted by others | 7 | 5.5 |
| To remain awake at night | 7 | 5.5 |
| Poor relationship with parents | 3 | 2.4 |
| Reported adverse effects of substance use | ||
| Health problems | 25 | 19.7 |
| Theft or loss of money and valuable items | 25 | 19.7 |
| Poor academic performance | 13 | 10.2 |
| Arguments or fights | 12 | 9.4 |
| Relationship problems with friends | 10 | 7.9 |
| Relationship problems with parents | 9 | 7.1 |
| Accidents or injuries | 9 | 7.1 |
| Problems with teachers | 4 | 3.1 |
| Source of substance use | ||
| Friends | 52 | 40.9 |
| Family | 11 | 8.7 |
| Healthcare personnel | 9 | 7.1 |
| Casual acquaintance | 6 | 4.7 |
| Unknown | 49 | 38.6 |