Prevalence and Determinant Factors of Substance Use among Students: A study focused on four types of substance uses (Khat, Cigarette, Alcohol, and Shisha) among High school Students

The study has focused on four types of substances (namely: Khat, Cigarette, Alcohol and Shisha) use among high school students. Both the current and life time prevalence of each substance use was determined. A multi-stage proportional sampling technique was used in order to identify the statistically determined sample size from the study population. A mixed (quantitative and qualitative) study design was employed in order to come up with reliable findings regarding determinants of each substance use. In addition, the study also utilized a standardized data collection tool which was guided by t he conceptual framework. The multivariate analysis has provided important determinant factors for each substance uses. The Focus Group Discussions held have also provided with pertinent determinants of each substance uses.