EFFECTS OF DRUG AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE ON ACADEMIC PERFOMANCE AMONG STUDENTS AT GRETSA UNIVERSITY
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Date
2025-10
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Gretsa University
Abstract
Drug abuse in Kenyan schools has become a pervasive issue with detrimental effects on student
learning, performance, and moral behavior. If left unchecked, this menace could lead to
widespread indiscipline and unmanageable schools and higher learning institutions. Despite the
severity of the problem, limited research has been conducted on drug abuse and its impact on
academic performance and social wellness in Gretsa University. This paper delves into the
causes, forms, and effects of drug and substance abuse on Grestsa university students. It drew
upon existing research to provide a comprehensive understanding of the issue and presents
strategies for addressing the associated problems. The paper outlines the research methodology
of the study on drug abuse and its effects on academic performance in Gretsa University.
Questionnaires were employed as data collection instruments. The study focused on the students.
Data collection was conducted between January and April 2025 using structured questionnaires.
The research methodology addressed the study's objectives and provided valuable insights into
drug abuse and its impact on academic performance in Gretsa University. According to the
findings from the data collected, the study reveals that drug and substance abuse has a negative
impact on students’ academic performance. Key findings show that students who engage in drug
and substance abuse often experience poor concentration, memory loss and low motivation
which leads to declining grades. The conclusion of the study emphasizes that substance abuse
not only affects academic outcomes but also impacts students’ overall well-being and future
potentials. Therefore, there is an urgent need for universities, colleges, schools, parents and
communities to work together in creating awareness, offering guidance and implementing
preventive measures to help students stays focused and succeed academically. Based on the
findings of the study, several recommendations can be made to address the negative effects of
drug and substance abuse on academic performance. First, the universities, colleges and schools
should strengthen their guidance and counseling departments.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES::Social sciences::Education