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Influence of Drug use on Academic Performance Among
Secondary School Students in Matinyani District
KENYA
Muusya Jackline Kavutha1
, Dr. Mary Kariuki Egerton2
University, Department of psychology.
I. INTRODUCTION
There is growing concern worldwide today
over growing number of youth using drugs that the
law does not permit or prohibit. The existence and
extent of drug use has been identified as one of the
greatest problem in learning institutions. Drugs are
chemical substances that modify mental, emotional
and behavioural functioning, APA (2000).
According to, the World Drug report (2005) the use
of illicit drugs has increased throughout the recent
years. The report further states that a major World
trend is the increasing availability of many kinds of
drugs. A report released by United Nations Drugs
Control Programme (2004) 4.8% of the global
population consume drugs, but the worrying fact is
that according to, United Nations Drugs Control
Programme executive director (2004) those hooked
are the youth. In China it was reported that drug use
is going up while the age of new users is going
down. A survey in the Czech Republic showed that
37% of new drug users were teenagers between 15-
18 years old. Drug use in particular heroine is
becoming a serious problem in Egypt where around
6% of sampled secondary school students admitted
to have experimented with drugs. In Pakistan it was
reported that the share of those who started using
heroine at 15-20 years has doubled. Africa’s role in
global drug supply chain is increasing. Already the
continent is second largest region for cannabis
production, trafficking and consumption accounting
for 26% of global Seizures of this drug in 2001,
UNODC (2004).
In Kenya today drug use has become prevalent than
at any other times, NACADA (2010). Majority of
the users are students in secondary schools, tertiary
colleges and universities. According to, NACADA
(2010) the use of the drugs has spread at a fast rate
and reached every part of the country. Use of drugs
can be traced back to pre-colonial days when
Abstract:
Drug use has become prevalent today than any other time in Kenya. Youths are using drugs which
modify their mental, emotional and behavioural functioning. The purpose of this study therefore was to
investigate the influence of drug use on academic performance among secondary school students in
Matinyani district. Descriptive survey was used in this study. Fourteen public secondary schools were
involved with population of 1701 students. Purposive sampling was used in the sample selection to select
5 schools which included a girls’ boarding, a boys’ boarding school, a mixed day school, a mixed boarding
school and a mixed day and a boarding school. A sample size of 269 was used. The data was collected by
use of a Core Alcohol and Drug Survey Questionnaire. Validity and reliability of the study instrument was
established through a pilot study. A correlation coefficient alpha of 0.7408 was obtained. According to,
Fraenkel and Wallen (2002) a reliability co efficient of 0.7 or more implies high degree of reliability. Data
was analysed by use of descriptive statistics with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS).
Percentages, tables, bar graphs and charts were used in presenting and summarizing the findings. The
study established that drug use is common among secondary school students in Matinyani district; students
drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes and chew miraa/khat. The study findings on emerging trends drug use
revealed that most of the students started taking drugs at adolescent stage.
Keywords — Matinyani district, drug use, common drugs, emerging trends, secondary schools,
students.
RESEARCH ARTICLE OPEN ACCESS
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alcohol and other drugs were used and consumed as
part of traditions of the communities. The
communities had virtues and values that strictly
guided the use of drugs. Generally consumption of
alcohol, tobacco and other drugs was a privilege of
the elders, more often than not male elders. The
actual existence of drug use as a social problem was
rare because of strong social structures. The low
levels or non existence of drug use was sustained as
a result of strong kinship ties that ran through
different social institutions. Traditions and taboos
were upheld to discourage the misuse of drugs.
One of the most common consequences of drug use
is keeping up with academic responsibilities.
According to, National Institute on Alcohol and
Alcoholism (2005) in United State of America
about 25% of students experience difficulty in
academics due to drug use. Such difficulties include
earning low grades, doing poorly on test, missing
class and falling behind in academic performance.
Even students who don’t use drugs may suffer
academically as a result of their peers taking drugs.
The so called secondary effects of drugs include
taking care of friends on drugs and being victims of
assault which can affect school work of students
who don’t use drug. These consequences can have
dramatic end results. School administration report
that significant number of students who drop out of
school do so because drugs interfere with their
academics. Drug use undermine academic mission
of schools, colleges and universities. Drug use and
its effect on students performance can lead to a
decline in the overall academic performance of a
school as a result schools may face declining
retention rates and poor reputation. Schools with
reputation of ‘drug use’ may attract students who
engage in high-risk behaviors and may discourage
prospective students who are looking for an
academically vigorous institution.
One of the top school in Kitui County, Eastern
Province, of Kenya, is today a shadow of its former
self. The school is now infamous for poor academic
performance. According to the Principal of the
institution, the declining academic performance of
the school can be attributed to rampant drug use
among students. In Matinyani District where rains
are inconsistent and unreliable, education is a major
investment that determines the livelihood of many
people. Many parents have realized this and hence
invest heavily on education of their children.
Therefore, examination serves as feed back to the
parents on their success or failure of this investment.
The dismal performance of students in the K.C.S.E
in Matinyani District has caused a lot of public
outcry among education stakeholders of the District.
The District performance has been below average .
It is speculated that academic performance of the
student is affected when they start using drugs
which may affect academic performance. Therefore
this study sought to investigate influence of drug
use on academic performance among secondary
school students in Matinyani District.
Purpose of the Study
The purpose of the study was to investigate the
influence of drug use on academic performance
among secondary school students in Matinyani
district.
Objectives of the Study
The study was guided by the following objectives:-
i. To establish common drugs used among
secondary school students in Matinyani
District.
ii. To examine the emerging trends in drug use
among secondary school students in
Matinyani District.
Research Questions
i. What are the common drugs used among
secondary school students in Matinyani
District?
ii. What are emerging trends in drug use
among secondary school students in
Matinyani District?
Significance of the Study
The findings may help the Ministry of Education
and school administrators in the development of
strategies for students’ behaviour management in
schools. Students may be helped by the findings of
the study by being made aware of effects of drug
use on academic performance and hence be more
cautious and instead concentrate on studies. The
study findings might help curriculum developers in
formulating and inco-operating psycho-education
programs in secondary schools. The findings may
also be useful to schools management to come up
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with drug policies and put in place suggested
counselling interventions.
Scope of the Study
The study was conducted at Matinyani District,
Kitui County. The study involved public secondary
schools students. Form three and four students were
targeted. This was because they have been in the
schools for a longer period of time hence they had
knowledge on drug use. The focus was on the
influence of drug use on academic performance
among secondary school students.
Limitations of the Study
Students may not give genuine information because
of fear. This is because drug use is illegal and
therefore students may fear being victimized. The
other notable limitation was the generalization of
the anticipated findings of the study since the study
involved purposive sampling which would not
allow results to be generalized to all schools, both
private and public.
Assumptions of the Study
The study was guided by the following assumptions:
i. Drug use was perceived to have negative
consequences on student academic
performance in Matinyani District.
ii. Students would give honest responses and
not socially accepted responses.
iii. Only willing students participated in the
study.
II.LITERATURE REVIEW
Introduction
This chapter reviews the literature on the,
categories of drugs used by students, A theoretical
and conceptual frame work that relates drug use to
academic performance will also be discussed.
Classification of Drugs
Steve and Smith,( 2001) divided drugs into eight
classes which include
Stimulant: They include cocaine which is extracted
from leaves of coca plant (Erythroxyln colas). It is a
stimulant that until recently was used in coca cola.
Today it is sold in the illicit market as pellets or
powder. Other stimulants include khat, nicotine and
caffeine.
Hallucinogens: They include lysergenic acids,
ecstasy tablets and other compounds.
Depressants: They are taken orally and slow down
nervous system. Examples are alcohol and
barbiturates.
Cannabis: Includes marijuana, hashish and hashish
oil an extract from hemp plant. According to,
UNODC (2004) cannabis is the world’s forth most
commonly used psychoactive drug after caffeine
nicotine and alcohol. A source of concern is its
regular use by teenagers because the intoxication
marked by altered thinking and interferes with
learning.
Opiates: they are derived from opium poppy
whereas others are synthetic. They include
morphine and codeine.
Inhalants: These include various chemicals such as
glue, typewriter correction fluid, gasoline, and paint
thinner, and finger nail polish remover.
Nicotine: It is a powerful addicting drug that
sustains wide spread tobacco use. It is an extremely
poisonous substance just two or three drops of pure
active alkaloid will rapidly kill a person. Examples
are cigarettes, tobacco and Kuber.
Designer drugs: They are synthetic stimulants,
examples amphetamines.
Theoretical Frame Work.
The study was based on two theories: reality
therapy and social cognitive theory both theories’
focus is on action and subsequent consequences.
Reality Therapy.
Reality therapy rests on the central idea that we
choose our behaviour and we are therefore
responsible not only for what we are doing but also
for how we think and feel. The approach place
confidence in the client’s ability to deal with his/her
needs through a realistic or rational process. From a
reality therapy standpoint, counseling is simply a
special kind of training that attempt to teach an
individual what he/she should have learned during
normal growth in a rather short period of time.
According to, Glasser (1981) reality therapy is
applicable to individuals with behavioral and
emotional problems. Reality therapy works well
with alcohol and drug related problems. It has been
widely used in schools, correctional institutions,
mental hospitals, general hospitals and business
management. It focuses on the person and on
getting people to understand that they choose
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essentially all their actions in an attempt to fulfil
their basic needs. When they are unable to do this,
they suffer or cause others to suffer. The therapist’s
task is to guide the individual towards better or
more responsible choices that are always available
getting a commitment to plan for change. The goals
of reality therapy emphasises on meeting needs by
taking control over choices in life. The clients are
helped in assessing their total behaviors and their
needs and developing ways to meet them. Reality
therapy has been used as treatment of drug use. The
implication of this theory is that drug users can be
trained to make responsible decisions and recognize
responsible choices. They can learn to observe the
out come of good choices and consequences of poor
choices. They can thus be helped to acquire critical
thinking skills that help them consider and
understand long term consequences. The theory is
used because it focuses on present avoiding
discussing the past .It also focuses on what the
counselee can directly act and think and spent less
time on what they cannot do directly. It is non –
judgmental and non –coercive it encourages people
to judge their choices .It is solution based theory
Social Cognitive Theory
The theory agrees with the idea that drug use
represents a learned habit and can be changed by
applying learning theory principles. Social
cognitive theory deals with cognitive and emotional
aspects of behaviour. It describes learning in terms
of behavioural, environmental and personal factors,
Bandura (1997). Social cognitive theory explains
how people acquire and maintain certain behaviour
patterns, Bandura (1997). Behavior change depends
on factors such as environment, personal and
behavioural factors which are responsible for
human action. According to, Bandura 2001 social
cognitive theory asserted that an individual’s
behaviour is uniquely determined by three factors,
namely, cognitive, environment and personal
factors. The theory emphasises that one’s cognitive
the mind is an active force that constructs one’s
reality and what we are like as people, Bandura
(2001). Environmental factors can affect an
individual behaviour. This can either be social or
physical environment. Social environment may
include modeling from friends, family or colleagues.
A person may model from these people who use
drugs. A physical environment may provide
framework for understanding behaviours, Parraga
(1990). A person may observe others and learn their
behaviours and reinforce the behaviour, for
example, the use of drugs. This situation may refer
to cognitive or mental representation of the
environment that may affect person’s behaviour.
For example, in an environment (school) where no
one will ask (a student) where or what they are
doing (behaviour) at any particular time drugs can
then be used without any one asking them. Personal
factors mean that humans have the capacity to
exercise control over their own lives. Bandura
(2001) believes that people are self regulating,
proactive, self-reflective, self organizing and have
power to influence their own actions to produce
desired consequences. This applies to drug use
where an individual can use their cognitive
processes as a point of reference to either use drug
or face the consequences and thus self-direction or
self regulation. Behaviour that is learned through
social cognitive learning can be eliminated such as
drug use through acquiring new functional behavior.
Social cognitive theory is an insight theory that
emphasises recognizing and changing negative
thoughts and maladaptive beliefs, Beck (1987) and
this implies to drug users. They can be assisted not
to set back on personal inadequacies and draw
negative conclusions about their worth as a person.
The theory was used because it assumes that
secondary school students who are in adolescent
stage acquire believes about drug use from role
models, friends, relatives and parents. From this
perspective the theory can be used to provide
students with positive role models and teach them
refusal skills.
III.RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Design
The research was a descriptive survey adopting ex-
post facto research design.
Population of the Study
All the 1701 students in 14public secondary school
in Matinyani District.
Sampling Procedure and Sample Size.
Purposive sampling was used in selecting 5 schools
out of 14 schools from the schools based on sample
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size. Simple random sampling was used to select
269 students.
Data Collection Method
Data was collected using the Core Alcohol and
Drug Survey.
Data Analysis
The data was analysed using descriptive statistics
with the aid of statistical package for social science
(SPSS) version 17.0 for windows. Percentages
tables and chart were used in presenting and
summarizing the findings
IV.RESEARCH FINDINGS AND DISCUSSIONS
Common Drug Used Among Students
The first study objective was to establish common drugs used among secondary school students in
Matinyani District. Table 1 illustrates commonly used drugs by students
Table 1:
Type of Drugs Used by Students
Type of Drug Yes No
Frequency Percent Frequency Percent
Alcohol 137 50.9 132 49.1
Miraa/Khat 106 39.4 163 60.6
Cigarettes 105 39.0 164 61.0
Kuber 60 22.3 209 77.7
Marijuana 32 11.9 237 88.1
Sleeping peels 25 9.3 244 90.7
Amphetamines 8 3.0 261 97.0
Inhalants 8 3.0 261 97.0
Sedative 7 2.6 262 97.4
Opiates 7 2.6 262 97.4
Cocaine 6 2.2 263 97.8
Steroids 6 2.2 263 97.8
Hallucinogens 4 1.5 265 98.5
Designer drugs 4 1.5 265 98.5
Table 1 illustrates that 50.0% of the respondents
reported that they were taking alcohol, 39.0%
indicated that they had been smoking cigarettes
while 39.4% reported that they were chewing
miraa/khat. Other drugs common to students were
marijuana and kuber. In line with the above
findings, a study by, Otieno & Ofulla (2009) on
drug abuse among secondary school students in
Kisumu was designed to ascertain the extent and
factors associated with drug abuse among
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secondary school students in Kisumu. The results
showed that 57.9% of the respondents had
consumed alcohol at least once in their lives, 34.7%
had abused tobacco, 18.3% had abused cannabis,
23.1% had abused khat and 5.2% had used
inhalants and/or cocaine. A study commissioned by
NACADA and published in the Sunday Nation of
28th
March 2004 found out that a large number of
students across all age groups have been exposed to
alcohol, tobacco, khat and glue sniffing. The study
further observed that students start with cigarettes
before graduating to harder drugs like cocaine and
bhang.
According to, NACADA (2004) baseline survey in
Kenya, there are different drugs abused in various
parts of the country. For instance, Meru have a lot
of khat (miraa) abuse, Kakamega region have the
abuse of busaa (a local brew), Coastal region has
mnazi and central Kenya muratina. All these among
others are drugs that are introduced to students
early in life and with the misconception that they
help to relax the mind. Other drugs that find
themselves in schools are bhang, cocaine, cigarettes
and alcohol.
Emerging Trends in Drug Use
The second objective of the study was to examine
the emerging trends in drug use among secondary
school students in Matinyani District. To address
this objective, students were requested to indicate
number of times they had taken alcohol or smoked.
Table 2 shows responses obtained.
Table 2:
Number of Times ever had Alcoholic Drinks and Smoked
Frequency Percent
None 191 71.0
Once 24 8.9
Twice 24 8.9
3-5 times 15 5.6
6-9 times 4 1.5
10 or more times 11 4.1
Total 269 100.0
Table 2 shows that among the students who reported they had ever taken alcohol or smoked, 24 (8.9%)
students indicated once, 15 (5.6%) reported 3-5 times while 4 (1.5%) indicated 6-9 times. However,
majority of the students reported that they have never taken alcoholic drinks or smoked. Figure 1
illustrates the average number of alcoholic drinks students consume in a month
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Figure 1: Average Number of Alcoholic Drinks Consumed in a Month
Figure 1 shows that 40 (14.9%) students indicated that in average they took less than 2 alcoholic drinks in
a month while 38 (14.1%) took more than 2 alcoholic drinks in a month.
Table 3 shows different types of alcohol and drugs mainly used by students and the age in which they
started using them.
Table 3:
Type of Alcohol, Drugs and Age in which Students Started Using
Type of
alcohol and
drug
Never Under 10 yrs 10-11 12-13 14-15 16-17 21-25
F % F % F % F % F % F % F %
Alcohol 161 59.9 15 5.6 11 4.1 16 5.9 36 13.4 28 10.4 2 0.7
Tobacco 196 72.9 14 5.2 9 3.3 12 4.5 17 6.3 21 7.8 0 0.0
Marijuana 243 90.3 6 2.2 1 0.4 8 3.0 4 1.5 7 2.6 0 0.0
Cocaine 262 97.4 3 1.1 2 0.7 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0 0 0.0
Amphetamines 253 94.1 11 4.1 3 1.1 1 0.4 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0
Sedatives 261 97.0 5 1.9 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0 2 0.7 0 0.0
Hallucinogens 258 95.9 2 .7 1 0.4 5 1.9 1 0.4 2 0.7 0 0.0
Opiates 262 97.4 3 1.1 2 0.7 0 0.0 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0
Inhalants 260 96.7 4 1.5 3 1.1 1 0.4 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0
Designer drugs 263 97.8 2 0.7 1 0.4 1 0.4 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0
Less than 2,
40 (14.9%)
More than 2,
38 (14.1%)
Never taken
alcholic
drinks, 191
(71.0%)
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Steroids 261 97.0 3 1.1 0 0.0 3 1.1 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0
Miraa/Khat 188 69.9 9 3.3 6 2.2 14 5.2 20 7.4 32 11.9 0 0.0
Kuber 223 82.9 15 5.6 6 2.2 4 1.5 9 3.3 12 4.5 0 0.0
As shown in Table 3, 13.6% of the students started
taking alcohol at the age of 14-15 years, 7.8% used
tobacco at the age of 16-17 years while 11.9% used
Miraa/Khat at the age of 16-17 years. Other
reported as shown in the table. This was an
indication that most of the students started using
drugs and taking alcohol during their adolescence
stage. These results concurred with, Melgosa (2002)
who noted that, no stage of life is more troubled
than the teenage years (13-19 yrs) and the
adolescence period. It is the transition period where
all human doubts, hesitation and uncertainties
appear. If these doubts are not correctly treated the
person may take drugs to gain confidence.
CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The study established that drunk alcohol, smoked
cigarettes and chewed miraa/khat.. The study
findings on emerging trends on drug use revealed
that 8.9% of the student had taken drug once, 8.9%
twice while most of the student start taking drug at
adolescent age.
Recommendations
School administration should be more vigilant
in curtailing drug use among secondary school
adolescents. For instance, they can facilitate
officials from NACADA to sensitize both the
teacher counselors and the adolescents on all
issues to do with drug trafficking and abuse,
especially among the adolescents.
.
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Authors :-
First author Muusya Jackline Kavutha j. and
Dr Mart kariuki Egerton University Departrment of
psychology

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IJRET-V1I2P2 - Influence of Drug use on Academic Performance Among Secondary School Students in Matinyani District KENYA

  • 1. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 8 Influence of Drug use on Academic Performance Among Secondary School Students in Matinyani District KENYA Muusya Jackline Kavutha1 , Dr. Mary Kariuki Egerton2 University, Department of psychology. I. INTRODUCTION There is growing concern worldwide today over growing number of youth using drugs that the law does not permit or prohibit. The existence and extent of drug use has been identified as one of the greatest problem in learning institutions. Drugs are chemical substances that modify mental, emotional and behavioural functioning, APA (2000). According to, the World Drug report (2005) the use of illicit drugs has increased throughout the recent years. The report further states that a major World trend is the increasing availability of many kinds of drugs. A report released by United Nations Drugs Control Programme (2004) 4.8% of the global population consume drugs, but the worrying fact is that according to, United Nations Drugs Control Programme executive director (2004) those hooked are the youth. In China it was reported that drug use is going up while the age of new users is going down. A survey in the Czech Republic showed that 37% of new drug users were teenagers between 15- 18 years old. Drug use in particular heroine is becoming a serious problem in Egypt where around 6% of sampled secondary school students admitted to have experimented with drugs. In Pakistan it was reported that the share of those who started using heroine at 15-20 years has doubled. Africa’s role in global drug supply chain is increasing. Already the continent is second largest region for cannabis production, trafficking and consumption accounting for 26% of global Seizures of this drug in 2001, UNODC (2004). In Kenya today drug use has become prevalent than at any other times, NACADA (2010). Majority of the users are students in secondary schools, tertiary colleges and universities. According to, NACADA (2010) the use of the drugs has spread at a fast rate and reached every part of the country. Use of drugs can be traced back to pre-colonial days when Abstract: Drug use has become prevalent today than any other time in Kenya. Youths are using drugs which modify their mental, emotional and behavioural functioning. The purpose of this study therefore was to investigate the influence of drug use on academic performance among secondary school students in Matinyani district. Descriptive survey was used in this study. Fourteen public secondary schools were involved with population of 1701 students. Purposive sampling was used in the sample selection to select 5 schools which included a girls’ boarding, a boys’ boarding school, a mixed day school, a mixed boarding school and a mixed day and a boarding school. A sample size of 269 was used. The data was collected by use of a Core Alcohol and Drug Survey Questionnaire. Validity and reliability of the study instrument was established through a pilot study. A correlation coefficient alpha of 0.7408 was obtained. According to, Fraenkel and Wallen (2002) a reliability co efficient of 0.7 or more implies high degree of reliability. Data was analysed by use of descriptive statistics with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). Percentages, tables, bar graphs and charts were used in presenting and summarizing the findings. The study established that drug use is common among secondary school students in Matinyani district; students drink alcohol, smoke cigarettes and chew miraa/khat. The study findings on emerging trends drug use revealed that most of the students started taking drugs at adolescent stage. Keywords — Matinyani district, drug use, common drugs, emerging trends, secondary schools, students. RESEARCH ARTICLE OPEN ACCESS
  • 2. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 9 alcohol and other drugs were used and consumed as part of traditions of the communities. The communities had virtues and values that strictly guided the use of drugs. Generally consumption of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs was a privilege of the elders, more often than not male elders. The actual existence of drug use as a social problem was rare because of strong social structures. The low levels or non existence of drug use was sustained as a result of strong kinship ties that ran through different social institutions. Traditions and taboos were upheld to discourage the misuse of drugs. One of the most common consequences of drug use is keeping up with academic responsibilities. According to, National Institute on Alcohol and Alcoholism (2005) in United State of America about 25% of students experience difficulty in academics due to drug use. Such difficulties include earning low grades, doing poorly on test, missing class and falling behind in academic performance. Even students who don’t use drugs may suffer academically as a result of their peers taking drugs. The so called secondary effects of drugs include taking care of friends on drugs and being victims of assault which can affect school work of students who don’t use drug. These consequences can have dramatic end results. School administration report that significant number of students who drop out of school do so because drugs interfere with their academics. Drug use undermine academic mission of schools, colleges and universities. Drug use and its effect on students performance can lead to a decline in the overall academic performance of a school as a result schools may face declining retention rates and poor reputation. Schools with reputation of ‘drug use’ may attract students who engage in high-risk behaviors and may discourage prospective students who are looking for an academically vigorous institution. One of the top school in Kitui County, Eastern Province, of Kenya, is today a shadow of its former self. The school is now infamous for poor academic performance. According to the Principal of the institution, the declining academic performance of the school can be attributed to rampant drug use among students. In Matinyani District where rains are inconsistent and unreliable, education is a major investment that determines the livelihood of many people. Many parents have realized this and hence invest heavily on education of their children. Therefore, examination serves as feed back to the parents on their success or failure of this investment. The dismal performance of students in the K.C.S.E in Matinyani District has caused a lot of public outcry among education stakeholders of the District. The District performance has been below average . It is speculated that academic performance of the student is affected when they start using drugs which may affect academic performance. Therefore this study sought to investigate influence of drug use on academic performance among secondary school students in Matinyani District. Purpose of the Study The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of drug use on academic performance among secondary school students in Matinyani district. Objectives of the Study The study was guided by the following objectives:- i. To establish common drugs used among secondary school students in Matinyani District. ii. To examine the emerging trends in drug use among secondary school students in Matinyani District. Research Questions i. What are the common drugs used among secondary school students in Matinyani District? ii. What are emerging trends in drug use among secondary school students in Matinyani District? Significance of the Study The findings may help the Ministry of Education and school administrators in the development of strategies for students’ behaviour management in schools. Students may be helped by the findings of the study by being made aware of effects of drug use on academic performance and hence be more cautious and instead concentrate on studies. The study findings might help curriculum developers in formulating and inco-operating psycho-education programs in secondary schools. The findings may also be useful to schools management to come up
  • 3. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 10 with drug policies and put in place suggested counselling interventions. Scope of the Study The study was conducted at Matinyani District, Kitui County. The study involved public secondary schools students. Form three and four students were targeted. This was because they have been in the schools for a longer period of time hence they had knowledge on drug use. The focus was on the influence of drug use on academic performance among secondary school students. Limitations of the Study Students may not give genuine information because of fear. This is because drug use is illegal and therefore students may fear being victimized. The other notable limitation was the generalization of the anticipated findings of the study since the study involved purposive sampling which would not allow results to be generalized to all schools, both private and public. Assumptions of the Study The study was guided by the following assumptions: i. Drug use was perceived to have negative consequences on student academic performance in Matinyani District. ii. Students would give honest responses and not socially accepted responses. iii. Only willing students participated in the study. II.LITERATURE REVIEW Introduction This chapter reviews the literature on the, categories of drugs used by students, A theoretical and conceptual frame work that relates drug use to academic performance will also be discussed. Classification of Drugs Steve and Smith,( 2001) divided drugs into eight classes which include Stimulant: They include cocaine which is extracted from leaves of coca plant (Erythroxyln colas). It is a stimulant that until recently was used in coca cola. Today it is sold in the illicit market as pellets or powder. Other stimulants include khat, nicotine and caffeine. Hallucinogens: They include lysergenic acids, ecstasy tablets and other compounds. Depressants: They are taken orally and slow down nervous system. Examples are alcohol and barbiturates. Cannabis: Includes marijuana, hashish and hashish oil an extract from hemp plant. According to, UNODC (2004) cannabis is the world’s forth most commonly used psychoactive drug after caffeine nicotine and alcohol. A source of concern is its regular use by teenagers because the intoxication marked by altered thinking and interferes with learning. Opiates: they are derived from opium poppy whereas others are synthetic. They include morphine and codeine. Inhalants: These include various chemicals such as glue, typewriter correction fluid, gasoline, and paint thinner, and finger nail polish remover. Nicotine: It is a powerful addicting drug that sustains wide spread tobacco use. It is an extremely poisonous substance just two or three drops of pure active alkaloid will rapidly kill a person. Examples are cigarettes, tobacco and Kuber. Designer drugs: They are synthetic stimulants, examples amphetamines. Theoretical Frame Work. The study was based on two theories: reality therapy and social cognitive theory both theories’ focus is on action and subsequent consequences. Reality Therapy. Reality therapy rests on the central idea that we choose our behaviour and we are therefore responsible not only for what we are doing but also for how we think and feel. The approach place confidence in the client’s ability to deal with his/her needs through a realistic or rational process. From a reality therapy standpoint, counseling is simply a special kind of training that attempt to teach an individual what he/she should have learned during normal growth in a rather short period of time. According to, Glasser (1981) reality therapy is applicable to individuals with behavioral and emotional problems. Reality therapy works well with alcohol and drug related problems. It has been widely used in schools, correctional institutions, mental hospitals, general hospitals and business management. It focuses on the person and on getting people to understand that they choose
  • 4. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 11 essentially all their actions in an attempt to fulfil their basic needs. When they are unable to do this, they suffer or cause others to suffer. The therapist’s task is to guide the individual towards better or more responsible choices that are always available getting a commitment to plan for change. The goals of reality therapy emphasises on meeting needs by taking control over choices in life. The clients are helped in assessing their total behaviors and their needs and developing ways to meet them. Reality therapy has been used as treatment of drug use. The implication of this theory is that drug users can be trained to make responsible decisions and recognize responsible choices. They can learn to observe the out come of good choices and consequences of poor choices. They can thus be helped to acquire critical thinking skills that help them consider and understand long term consequences. The theory is used because it focuses on present avoiding discussing the past .It also focuses on what the counselee can directly act and think and spent less time on what they cannot do directly. It is non – judgmental and non –coercive it encourages people to judge their choices .It is solution based theory Social Cognitive Theory The theory agrees with the idea that drug use represents a learned habit and can be changed by applying learning theory principles. Social cognitive theory deals with cognitive and emotional aspects of behaviour. It describes learning in terms of behavioural, environmental and personal factors, Bandura (1997). Social cognitive theory explains how people acquire and maintain certain behaviour patterns, Bandura (1997). Behavior change depends on factors such as environment, personal and behavioural factors which are responsible for human action. According to, Bandura 2001 social cognitive theory asserted that an individual’s behaviour is uniquely determined by three factors, namely, cognitive, environment and personal factors. The theory emphasises that one’s cognitive the mind is an active force that constructs one’s reality and what we are like as people, Bandura (2001). Environmental factors can affect an individual behaviour. This can either be social or physical environment. Social environment may include modeling from friends, family or colleagues. A person may model from these people who use drugs. A physical environment may provide framework for understanding behaviours, Parraga (1990). A person may observe others and learn their behaviours and reinforce the behaviour, for example, the use of drugs. This situation may refer to cognitive or mental representation of the environment that may affect person’s behaviour. For example, in an environment (school) where no one will ask (a student) where or what they are doing (behaviour) at any particular time drugs can then be used without any one asking them. Personal factors mean that humans have the capacity to exercise control over their own lives. Bandura (2001) believes that people are self regulating, proactive, self-reflective, self organizing and have power to influence their own actions to produce desired consequences. This applies to drug use where an individual can use their cognitive processes as a point of reference to either use drug or face the consequences and thus self-direction or self regulation. Behaviour that is learned through social cognitive learning can be eliminated such as drug use through acquiring new functional behavior. Social cognitive theory is an insight theory that emphasises recognizing and changing negative thoughts and maladaptive beliefs, Beck (1987) and this implies to drug users. They can be assisted not to set back on personal inadequacies and draw negative conclusions about their worth as a person. The theory was used because it assumes that secondary school students who are in adolescent stage acquire believes about drug use from role models, friends, relatives and parents. From this perspective the theory can be used to provide students with positive role models and teach them refusal skills. III.RESEARCH METHODOLOGY Research Design The research was a descriptive survey adopting ex- post facto research design. Population of the Study All the 1701 students in 14public secondary school in Matinyani District. Sampling Procedure and Sample Size. Purposive sampling was used in selecting 5 schools out of 14 schools from the schools based on sample
  • 5. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 12 size. Simple random sampling was used to select 269 students. Data Collection Method Data was collected using the Core Alcohol and Drug Survey. Data Analysis The data was analysed using descriptive statistics with the aid of statistical package for social science (SPSS) version 17.0 for windows. Percentages tables and chart were used in presenting and summarizing the findings IV.RESEARCH FINDINGS AND DISCUSSIONS Common Drug Used Among Students The first study objective was to establish common drugs used among secondary school students in Matinyani District. Table 1 illustrates commonly used drugs by students Table 1: Type of Drugs Used by Students Type of Drug Yes No Frequency Percent Frequency Percent Alcohol 137 50.9 132 49.1 Miraa/Khat 106 39.4 163 60.6 Cigarettes 105 39.0 164 61.0 Kuber 60 22.3 209 77.7 Marijuana 32 11.9 237 88.1 Sleeping peels 25 9.3 244 90.7 Amphetamines 8 3.0 261 97.0 Inhalants 8 3.0 261 97.0 Sedative 7 2.6 262 97.4 Opiates 7 2.6 262 97.4 Cocaine 6 2.2 263 97.8 Steroids 6 2.2 263 97.8 Hallucinogens 4 1.5 265 98.5 Designer drugs 4 1.5 265 98.5 Table 1 illustrates that 50.0% of the respondents reported that they were taking alcohol, 39.0% indicated that they had been smoking cigarettes while 39.4% reported that they were chewing miraa/khat. Other drugs common to students were marijuana and kuber. In line with the above findings, a study by, Otieno & Ofulla (2009) on drug abuse among secondary school students in Kisumu was designed to ascertain the extent and factors associated with drug abuse among
  • 6. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 13 secondary school students in Kisumu. The results showed that 57.9% of the respondents had consumed alcohol at least once in their lives, 34.7% had abused tobacco, 18.3% had abused cannabis, 23.1% had abused khat and 5.2% had used inhalants and/or cocaine. A study commissioned by NACADA and published in the Sunday Nation of 28th March 2004 found out that a large number of students across all age groups have been exposed to alcohol, tobacco, khat and glue sniffing. The study further observed that students start with cigarettes before graduating to harder drugs like cocaine and bhang. According to, NACADA (2004) baseline survey in Kenya, there are different drugs abused in various parts of the country. For instance, Meru have a lot of khat (miraa) abuse, Kakamega region have the abuse of busaa (a local brew), Coastal region has mnazi and central Kenya muratina. All these among others are drugs that are introduced to students early in life and with the misconception that they help to relax the mind. Other drugs that find themselves in schools are bhang, cocaine, cigarettes and alcohol. Emerging Trends in Drug Use The second objective of the study was to examine the emerging trends in drug use among secondary school students in Matinyani District. To address this objective, students were requested to indicate number of times they had taken alcohol or smoked. Table 2 shows responses obtained. Table 2: Number of Times ever had Alcoholic Drinks and Smoked Frequency Percent None 191 71.0 Once 24 8.9 Twice 24 8.9 3-5 times 15 5.6 6-9 times 4 1.5 10 or more times 11 4.1 Total 269 100.0 Table 2 shows that among the students who reported they had ever taken alcohol or smoked, 24 (8.9%) students indicated once, 15 (5.6%) reported 3-5 times while 4 (1.5%) indicated 6-9 times. However, majority of the students reported that they have never taken alcoholic drinks or smoked. Figure 1 illustrates the average number of alcoholic drinks students consume in a month
  • 7. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 14 Figure 1: Average Number of Alcoholic Drinks Consumed in a Month Figure 1 shows that 40 (14.9%) students indicated that in average they took less than 2 alcoholic drinks in a month while 38 (14.1%) took more than 2 alcoholic drinks in a month. Table 3 shows different types of alcohol and drugs mainly used by students and the age in which they started using them. Table 3: Type of Alcohol, Drugs and Age in which Students Started Using Type of alcohol and drug Never Under 10 yrs 10-11 12-13 14-15 16-17 21-25 F % F % F % F % F % F % F % Alcohol 161 59.9 15 5.6 11 4.1 16 5.9 36 13.4 28 10.4 2 0.7 Tobacco 196 72.9 14 5.2 9 3.3 12 4.5 17 6.3 21 7.8 0 0.0 Marijuana 243 90.3 6 2.2 1 0.4 8 3.0 4 1.5 7 2.6 0 0.0 Cocaine 262 97.4 3 1.1 2 0.7 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 Amphetamines 253 94.1 11 4.1 3 1.1 1 0.4 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0 Sedatives 261 97.0 5 1.9 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0 2 0.7 0 0.0 Hallucinogens 258 95.9 2 .7 1 0.4 5 1.9 1 0.4 2 0.7 0 0.0 Opiates 262 97.4 3 1.1 2 0.7 0 0.0 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0 Inhalants 260 96.7 4 1.5 3 1.1 1 0.4 0 0.0 1 0.4 0 0.0 Designer drugs 263 97.8 2 0.7 1 0.4 1 0.4 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0 Less than 2, 40 (14.9%) More than 2, 38 (14.1%) Never taken alcholic drinks, 191 (71.0%)
  • 8. International Journal of Research in Engineering Technology -– Volume 1 Issue 2, Jan –Feb 2016 ISSN: 2455-1341 http://www.ijretjournal.org Page 15 Steroids 261 97.0 3 1.1 0 0.0 3 1.1 1 0.4 1 0.4 0 0.0 Miraa/Khat 188 69.9 9 3.3 6 2.2 14 5.2 20 7.4 32 11.9 0 0.0 Kuber 223 82.9 15 5.6 6 2.2 4 1.5 9 3.3 12 4.5 0 0.0 As shown in Table 3, 13.6% of the students started taking alcohol at the age of 14-15 years, 7.8% used tobacco at the age of 16-17 years while 11.9% used Miraa/Khat at the age of 16-17 years. Other reported as shown in the table. This was an indication that most of the students started using drugs and taking alcohol during their adolescence stage. These results concurred with, Melgosa (2002) who noted that, no stage of life is more troubled than the teenage years (13-19 yrs) and the adolescence period. It is the transition period where all human doubts, hesitation and uncertainties appear. If these doubts are not correctly treated the person may take drugs to gain confidence. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS The study established that drunk alcohol, smoked cigarettes and chewed miraa/khat.. The study findings on emerging trends on drug use revealed that 8.9% of the student had taken drug once, 8.9% twice while most of the student start taking drug at adolescent age. Recommendations School administration should be more vigilant in curtailing drug use among secondary school adolescents. For instance, they can facilitate officials from NACADA to sensitize both the teacher counselors and the adolescents on all issues to do with drug trafficking and abuse, especially among the adolescents. . REFERENCES [1]American Psychiatric Association (2000). Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorder .(4th ed, text rev.). Washington, DC:Author. [2]Bandura, A. (1997). Self-efficacy: The Exercise of Control. New Yolk: Freeman. [3]Bandura, A. (2001). Social Cognitive Theory: An Agentic Perspective .Annual Review of Psychology, 52, 1-26 [4]Carla, R. (2002). World drug report. International journal of drug policy vol.13 (issue 3), 225-235. [5]Coney, M. Corey, G. (2002). Groups, Process and Practice (6th Ed). Pacific Grove; CA: Brooks/Cole. [6]Dryfoos, J. G. (1990). Adolescents at Risk: Prevalence and Prevention. New York: Oxford University Press. [7]Duignan, R. (1986). Research on Effective schooling some implication for school improvement. Journal of Education Administration, volume xxiv No. 1
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